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MIA • Forward • #22
14 days ago
Wiggins was injured during Saturday’s game when an Alperen Şengün elbow to the mouth opened a cut that required a few stitches to close. The good news for Miami was that the forward returned to the lineup during the fourth quarter to help close out the victory. Over the past two weeks, Wiggins has been a third-round player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster, and he has been a solid category league option throughout the season.
MIA • Guard • #9
14 days ago
With Norman Powell (groin) sidelined, Larsson remained in the Heat starting lineup on Saturday. And the second-year wing had a good afternoon, putting up 20 points on solid percentages. Larsson is worth picking up ahead of Miami’s four-game Week 19, as Powell will be sidelined for at least three more games. That will preserve Larsson’s spot in the starting lineup despite Tyler Herro’s return to the first five on Saturday.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
14 days ago
Adebayo led seven Heat players in double figures with 24 points while recording his second double-double in as many games. Over the past two weeks, the Heat center has been close to a top-50 player in nine-cat formats. With Miami beginning its four-game Week 19 schedule on Tuesday against the Nets, Adebayo could get off to an excellent start.
MIA • Guard • #14
14 days ago
After coming off the bench for each of his first four games back from the rib injury that kept him out for a month, Herro was inserted back into the Heat starting lineup on Saturday. Norman Powell (groin) was out, opening the door for Herro to take on a more familiar role. He was efficient against the Rockets, shooting 66.7 percent from the field and finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete line. The Heat play four games in Week 19, starting with the Nets on Tuesday.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
14 days ago
Jerome did not play in Friday’s win over the Mavericks, and he appears likely to miss another game on Sunday. Scotty Pippen Jr. moved into the starting lineup in Dallas, and he is worth streaming despite the minutes limit. Also worth streaming is Cam Spencer, who scored 25 points off the bench on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
14 days ago
Coward suffered a posterior capsule sprain in his right knee just before the All-Star break and has not played since. The doubtful tag is a step in the right direction, but it also suggests that Coward isn’t ready to return to games yet. With Ty Jerome also doubtful, the Grizzlies are likely to rely on Scotty Pippen Jr. to fill the void in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #7
14 days ago
Aldama has not appeared in a game since February 4, and he’s played in two since January 18. However, the doubtful tag represents a step in the right direction for the Grizzlies’ forward/center. If Aldama can play on Sunday, fantasy managers should expect a heavy minutes restriction.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #0
14 days ago
Hendricks’ fantasy value remains low, but he’s played at least 20 minutes in all nine of his games with Memphis. He isn’t a player who needs to be picked up in most fantasy leagues, as Olivier-Maxence Prosper should be the priority. However, he is worth tracking for the silly season, especially with it unknown when — or if — Zach Edey and Santi Aldama will return from their injuries this season.
MEM • Power Forward • #8
14 days ago
With the Grizzlies’ lack of interior depth, Prosper’s opportunities have increased substantially recently. And to his credit, the third-year forward has taken advantage despite playing out of position on most nights. O-Max recorded his first career double-double and a complete stat line in just 25 minutes of action. While the Grizzlies did sign Taj Gibson on Thursday, he was inactive for Friday’s game. Until the Grizzlies remove Prosper from the starting lineup, he’s worth rostering in fantasy leagues.
MEM • Point Guard • #1
14 days ago
With Ty Jerome sidelined by a thigh injury, Pippen was moved back into the starting lineup for Friday’s game. And he showed why some fantasy managers remain optimistic about his potential for the rest of the season. Pippen recorded a complete stat line, shooting over 50 percent from the field and recording three steals. He did this in 22 minutes, and the Grizzlies may not lift his minutes limit anytime soon. However, as long as Pippen is in the rotation, he’ll be worth holding in deeper leagues.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #24
14 days ago
While he wasn’t the choice to step into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup for the injured Ty Jerome (thigh), that did not keep Spencer from having one of the best games of his NBA career. The second-year guard’s 25 points were two shy of his career-high, and he shot 4-of-9 from beyond the arc. While Javon Small (7/4/5/2 with one three-pointer in 25 minutes) has been the subject of increased discussion within fantasy basketball due to his move into the starting lineup, don’t overlook Spencer. The Grizzlies visit the Pacers on Sunday in their final game of Week 18.
MEM • Point Guard • #1
14 days ago
The Grizzlies won’t have Ty Jerome (thigh) for Friday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Pippen has been tabbed to fill the void, which raises his fantasy ceiling despite his minutes likely being limited.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
14 days ago
Jerome was initially doubtful for Friday’s game, so the downgrade in status is unsurprising. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Scotty Pippen Jr., Cam Spencer and Walter Clayton Jr. being potential replacements. Also, Javon Small started Wednesday’s loss to the Warriors alongside Jerome.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MIA • Guard • #24
15 days ago
Powell had to leave Thursday’s game against the 76ers during the first half, as his attempt to play through his groin issue backfired after ten minutes of action. The good news is that Powell has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 strain, which is the lowest severity. Powell will miss at least four games, and his absence may open the door for Tyler Herro to return to the starting lineup.
Source: Ira Winderman
MIA • Guard • #14
15 days ago
Thursday’s performance was Herro’s best since returning from a rib injury that sidelined him for just over a month. After recording six assists in each of his prior two games, the Heat guard recorded seven against the 76ers. Add in the 25 points on 50 percent shooting and increase in playing time, with Herro logging 32 minutes, and this was an encouraging effort. Norman Powell (groin) exited during the first half, with Herro moving into the lineup to begin the third quarter. Regardless of what Powell’s availability is for Saturday’s game against the Rockets, Herro could be ready to move back into the starting five. And if Powell is available, that may mean that Pelle Larsson (9/4/6/2/1 with two three-pointers) will be the odd man out.
MIA • Guard • #11
15 days ago
Jaquez’s fantasy value has taken a hit recently, with Tyler Herro’s return from a rib injury factoring into the Heat wing’s decreased usage. However, he was productive against the 76ers, with the final stat line only lacking a blocked shot. Norman Powell (groin) exited Thursday’s game during the first half, and Jaquez is one of the players who could see his opportunities if Powell misses time. And he won’t need to move into the starting lineup for that to happen.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
15 days ago
Having totaled 15 rebounds in his prior two games, Adebayo fell one shy of that tally in Thursday’s defeat. And the 29 points were the most he’s scored in a game since January 22, when the Heat center dropped 32 in a loss to the Trail Blazers. Over the past month, Bam has provided sixth-round per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. That doesn’t align with his ADP (32), but it does align with Adebayo’s production throughout the season.
MIA • Guard • #24
15 days ago
Powell came into this game as questionable, but he attempted to play through the groin injury that popped up on the injury report Thursday afternoon. However, his night will end after just 10 minutes in the first half. Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr. will see a bump in minutes in the second half.
Source: Ira Winderman
MEM • Forward • #67
15 days ago
Gibson finished last season with the Hornets, starting 11 of the 37 games that he appeared in. He’s back in the NBA for a 17th season, joining the Grizzlies for the rest of the season. Due to Memphis’s lack of healthy post players, the 40-year-old may play legitimate rotation minutes. However, there’s no need to consider adding Gibson.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
16 days ago
Anderson, who missed two games with a sore right knee, was not with the team for Wednesday’s loss to the Warriors for personal reasons. He’ll miss another game on Friday, further enhancing the fantasy value of GG Jackson and Taylor Hendricks. Jackson is the superior fantasy option of the two.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
16 days ago
Jerome is dealing with a left thigh contusion and is on track to miss Friday’s game. If he can’t go, the Grizzlies will promote Scotty Pippen Jr., Cam Spencer or Walter Clayton Jr. into the starting lineup. Javon Small, who started alongside Jerome on Wednesday, will also be in the mix for more playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
16 days ago
Powell was added to the injury report late, but that won’t keep him from suiting up against Philly. He led the team with 26 points on Tuesday and will look to stay hot in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
16 days ago
Mitchell is available after being listed as questionable on Miami’s initial injury report. Since he can play, Kasparas Jakučionis will come off the bench, which eliminates most of the rookie’s fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
16 days ago
Powell was a late addition to the injury report after playing 30 minutes in Tuesday’s game against the Bucks. With Davion Mitchell also questionable with an illness, that could mean Tyler Herro moves into the starting lineup, and Pelle Larsson and Kasparas Jakucionis see more minutes if Powell winds up missing this game.
MEM • Point Guard • #
16 days ago
Small, the 48th overall pick in last June’s draft, made his first career start on Wednesday. And the Grizzlies’ guard had a good night, shooting 75 percent from the field and not committing any turnovers in his 28 minutes. Having appeared in 24 games, Small should have the space needed to avoid running up against the 50-game limit for two-way players before the end of the season. There are better options for fantasy managers, most notably Ty Jerome, but Small is worth watching for dynasty league managers seeking some value in deep leagues.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
16 days ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Kings, Jerome produced another efficient stat line in 24 minutes of play. As long as he’s available, the Grizzlies’ guard needs to be rostered in 12-team leagues. It’s unknown when Ja Morant will return from his elbow injury, so Jerome should retain excellent value until then, at a minimum.
MEM • Point Guard • #
16 days ago
Jerome is back after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Kings, and his return pushes Cam Spencer to the bench. The other change to the lineup is Small, who steps in for Scotty Pippen Jr. Spencer and Pippen will still play quality minutes off the bench, but their fantasy values do take a hit.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
17 days ago
Already dealing with a sore right knee, Anderson is also away from the Grizzlies for Wednesday’s game for personal reasons. With Jahmai Mashack (G League) also inactive, Memphis will continue to rely on Taylor Hendricks, GG Jackson and Olivier-Maxence Prosper in the frontcourt.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MIA • Forward • #5
17 days ago
Thursday’s game will be the third that Jović will miss due to lower back injury management. There are more minutes available to Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Simone Fontecchio, but both were already ahead of Jović in the pecking order.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
17 days ago
Mitchell returned to the lineup on Tuesday after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies, which pushed Kasparas Jakučionis to the bench. If “Off Night” can’t play against the 76ers, the rookie out of Illinois will return to the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
17 days ago
After shooting 9-of-14 from the field in his first game back from a rib injury that sidelined him for over a month, Herro has cooled off. Over the last two games, the Heat guard is 10-of-32 from the field. Fantasy managers will be pleased with the six assists he dished out in Milwaukee, but this is not going to be a quick process for Herro, given the injury that he’s returning from. The Heat play two more games in Week 18, starting with the 76ers on Thursday.
MIA • Forward • #22
17 days ago
Wiggins wasn’t as lethal offensively as he was in Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies, but he still recorded a line that many category league managers will be pleased with. Over the past month, the Heat forward has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. Wiggins is rostered in 56 percent of Yahoo! leagues. While he’s unlikely to be a league-winner, some managers in 10-team leagues will want to consider adding him, especially if lines like the one he recorded on Tuesday can become the norm.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
17 days ago
Bam didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but fantasy managers should be encouraged by him getting up 19 shots. Tyler Herro’s return to the rotation has not negatively affected Adebayo’s opportunities, as he has remained aggressive on the offensive end. The seven shot attempts in Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies were the fewest in a game for Bam since early November. As long as he remains assertive on offense, Adebayo managers should not have too much to worry about.
MIA • Guard • #24
17 days ago
While Powell had a solid night scoring-wise and on the glass, there were some issues with the final stat line. Outside of points, rebounds and three-pointers, he did not provide much value to category league managers, and the Heat guard was also responsible for a game-high six turnovers. Turnovers and limited production outside of points and three-pointers have negatively affected Powell’s fantasy value since the All-Star break, with him being ranked outside the top-100 in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.
MIA • Guard • #45
18 days ago
Mitchell is back after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies. His return means that rookie Kasparas Jakučionis will head to the bench, taking on a role in which he offers minimal fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
18 days ago
Slo Mo has missed the last two games for Memphis and could make it a third straight absence against Golden State. Taylor Hendricks and GG Jackson should continue to play big minutes as a starter, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper should take on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
18 days ago
Jerome did not play in Monday’s loss to the Kings, opening up a spot in the starting lineup for Scotty Pippen Jr. Jerome’s return may push Pippen and Cam Spencer to the bench, with the latter being replaced by Walter Clayton Jr. based on how Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo handled the rotation when all four were available for Saturday’s loss to the Heat.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MIA • Forward • #5
18 days ago
No surprises here, as Jović was given a doubtful tag on Monday. Jović’s absence could mean more minutes for Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr., but the return of Davion Mitchell complicates the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
18 days ago
“Off Night” is on track not to have another night off, and he should reclaim his spot in the starting five. Kasparas Jakučionis and Pelle Larsson could see their roles reduced with Mitchell back in action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #1
18 days ago
Pippen didn’t make a shot from the field, going 0-of-8 with his only points coming from the free throw line. He also had eight assists, but turned the ball over seven times. Pippen was a force on the defensive end with five steals, which only added to the up and down nature of his performance.
MEM • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
18 days ago
Anderson missed Saturday’s loss to the Heat and was initially listed as doubtful for Monday’s game against the Kings with a knee injury, so his absence isn’t much of a surprise. GG Jackson is the primary beneficiary from Anderson’s absence from a fantasy perspective as he’ll see plenty of minutes off the bench.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
18 days ago
Jerome was a late addition to the injury report with an illness and was subsequently ruled out for Monday’s game against the Kings. Cam Spencer could move into the starting lineup with Scotty Pippen Jr. seeing additional minutes off the bench.
MIA • Forward • #5
19 days ago
Jović and Mitchell’s statuses impact the playing time of Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr., who could both be in line for additional minutes.
Source: Ira Winderman
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
19 days ago
Jerome is a late addition to the injury report, so his availability against Sacramento is dubious. If Jerome is sidelined, Cam Spencer could join the starting lineup with Scotty Pippen Jr. earning some additional run off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
20 days ago
Injured during the Grizzlies’ final game before the All-Star break, Coward remains sidelined with a posterior capsule sprain in his right knee. For Saturday’s loss to the Heat, the Grizzlies started Walter Clayton Jr. and Ty Jerome together, with Jaylen Wells shifting to the three. That may remain the approach on Monday, but Clayton is not a must-roster player for the silly season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
20 days ago
Andreson did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Heat, and it appears likely that he’ll miss a second game on Monday. If so, the Grizzlies will once again rely on Taylor Hendricks and Olivier-Maxence Prosper as starters, with GG Jackson playing heavy minutes off the bench. Jackson is the best fantasy option of the three.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #7
20 days ago
Aldama continues to sit due to a right knee injury, and it is unknown when (or if) he’ll be healthy enough to return. Memphis started Taylor Hendricks and Olivier-Maxence Prosper in Saturday’s loss to the Heat, going without a true center due to Lawson Lovering’s 10-day contract expiring the night prior.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Guard-Forward • #21
20 days ago
A second-round pick of the Trail Blazers in 2023, Rupert was waived earlier this month due to Portland’s need to free up a standard roster spot for Sidy Cissoko. While the former second-round pick is not a player worth rostering in fantasy leagues, he should have opportunities to prove himself due to Memphis’ roster being depleted due to injuries.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Guard-Forward • #21
20 days ago
A second-round pick of the Trail Blazers in 2023, Rupert was waived earlier this month due to Portland’s need to free up a standard roster spot for Sidy Cissoko. While the former second-round pick is not a player worth rostering in fantasy leagues, he should have opportunities to prove himself due to Memphis’ roster being depleted due to injuries.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
20 days ago
While Jerome remains under a minutes restriction, he played a season-high 22 minutes on Saturday. As was the case in his prior six appearances, the Grizzlies’ guard had a productive night, although he did struggle with his shot. Saturday’s game was the first in which the Grizzlies started Jerome and Walter Clayton Jr. together, with the rookie accounting for nine points, four rebounds, six assists and one three-pointer in 25 minutes. That is something to keep an eye on moving forward, especially if Ja Morant (elbow) doesn’t return.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #0
20 days ago
A double-digit scorer in each of his last nine games, Wells matched his season-high with 25 points on Saturday. And he was highly efficient, missing just three of his 13 shot attempts. After an inconsistent start to the season, the second-year wing appears to have finally hit his stride. And with the Grizzlies embracing a rebuild, Wells could have added fantasy value during the silly season. Memphis begins a four-game Week 18 on Monday against the Kings.
MIA • Center • #7
20 days ago
The last two nights have been examples of why Ware remains a player many 12-team managers are unwilling to let go. After recording a double-double in 18 minutes in Friday’s win over the Hawks, he dropped another in 19 minutes against the Grizzlies. Ware did not record any blocked shots, but the rebounds and field-goal percentage numbers were excellent. With the Heat rotation close to full strength, Ware appears locked into a reserve role, but he’s still capable of providing value to those needing rebounds.
MIA • Forward • #22
20 days ago
Wiggins was spectacular against the Grizzlies, making all four of his three-point attempts and missing just one shot on the night. Add in the rebounds and assists, and this was a nice end to Week 17 for the Heat forward. Over the past two weeks, Wiggins has been a top-25 player in nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Having entered the season with an ADP outside the first 100 picks, he has exceeded the expectations of many fantasy managers thus far.
MIA • Guard • #24
20 days ago
Powell entered Saturday shooting 84.4 percent from the foul line on the season, so his performance against the Grizzlies was a bit perplexing in that regard. He made just two of his seven attempts on the night, the lone blemish on an excellent overall stat line. Over the past two weeks, Powell has shot 61.1 percent from the line, which has negatively affected his value in category leagues. The Heat play three games in Week 18, starting with the Bucks on Tuesday. Hopefully, Powell can clean up the recent foul shooting woes.
MIA • • #
20 days ago
Gardner and Memphis’ Scotty Pippen Jr. received their marching orders with just under two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter after getting into an altercation. It started when Gardner delivered a shot to Pippen from behind after the Grizzlies guard released a three-pointer. After making the shot, Pippen sought out Gardner, leading to a wrestling match in the corner that required multiple officials and coaches to break up. Gardner finished with five points, three rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer in six minutes.
MEM • Point Guard • #1
20 days ago
Pippen and Miami’s Myron Gardner received their marching orders with just under two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter after getting into an altercation. It started when Gardner delivered a shot to Pippen from behind after the Grizzlies guard released a three-pointer. After making the shot, Pippen sought out Gardner, leading to a wrestling match in the corner that required multiple officials and coaches to break up. Pippen finished 18 points, four rebounds, six assists, two steals, one block and three three-pointers.
MIA • • #
20 days ago
The Heat won’t have Davion Mitchell (illness) for Saturday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. He’ll be replaced by Jakučionis, as Tyler Herro (ribs) remains under a minutes restriction.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #12
20 days ago
Smith is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. With Davion Mitchell (illness) unavailable, there should be a few more minutes available to Smith. That said, he won’t be worth the risk in most redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
20 days ago
Mitchell’s absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Tyler Herro being his potential replacement. Herro may still be under a minutes restriction, so there may also be a few more minutes for Dru Smith.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
21 days ago
Jović is out after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. His absence frees up a few more minutes for Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr., with the latter being the superior fantasy option.
Source: NBA Injury Report