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MIA • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Added to the injury report late Sunday afternoon, Powell is officially out. He’ll be replaced in the starting lineup by Pelle Larsson, who’s worth streaming in deep leagues. Davion Mitchell, Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins and Bam Adebayo complete the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable, Herro is officially available for Sunday’s game. His availability means that Kel’el Ware will be relegated to the bench for a second consecutive game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #13
about 2 months ago
After scoring 21 points in a January 7 game against the Hawks, Poole went scoreless in a win over the Wizards two nights later. He was far more involved offensively on Sunday, shooting 6-of-8 from beyond the arc. While his place within the rotation makes Poole a player worth holding onto despite coming off the bench, the inconsistency can be frustrating. The Pelicans play four games in Week 13, starting with the Nuggets on Tuesday.
NOP • Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Over the past two weeks, Williamson has been ranked just outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats. While that production is nowhere near his Yahoo! ADP (42), it represents an improvement when compared to how Zion began the season. The Pelicans begin a four-game Week 13 with a back-to-back, so it’s possible that Williamson only plays three games.
NOP • Small Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
Murphy has scored at least 21 points in four straight games, but his run of games with at least 35 ended at two on Sunday. The Pelicans’ forward has been consistently excellent in terms of fantasy value, and that shouldn’t change anytime soon as long as he’s healthy. The Pelicans play four games in Week 13, starting with the Nuggets on Tuesday.
MIA • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Powell is a late addition to the Heat injury report, which is a concerning turn for fantasy managers. With Tyler Herro also questionable, the Heat would have to rely more on Jaime Jaquez Jr., Pelle Larsson and Nikola Jović if both can’t play. Of the three potential replacements, Jaquez offers the highest fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Herro returned to the starting lineup Saturday in his second game back from a toe injury. Somewhere along the way, the 25-year-old point guard also picked up a rib contusion. Now Herro is questionable against the Thunder on Sunday. Kel’el Ware had just two points with Herro starting Saturday and would seem to benefit if Herro is out Sunday.
NOP • Small Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
Bey is set to miss his sixth game in a row with a right hip flexor strain. With Trey Murphy and Zion Williamson back in the starting lineup anyway, Bey will likely be looking at a bench role whenever he returns.
MIA • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
As a team, the Heat shot 4-of-30 from beyond the arc in Saturday’s 123-99 loss. Powell was part of the problem, as he shot 1-of-7 from deep while Tyler Herro was 1-of-8. Fantasy managers can take solace in the fact that Powell has been highly productive on most nights, which should be an indicator of his ability to bounce back. He’ll look to do so in Miami’s final game of Week 12 on Sunday against the Thunder.
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
As much as a player can in a game his team lost by a 123-99 final score, Jaquez had a good night. He finished a blocked shot and a three-pointer shy of a complete stat line while shooting 50 percent from the field. That said, Jaquez is ranked outside the top-150 in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. With the Heat now close to full strength, his production off the bench is something to watch, as Jaquez has been good enough to offer standard-league value thus far. Hopefully, that doesn’t change.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Saturday night was rough for Adebayo and the Heat, who never led against the Pacers. While effective as a rebounder, the Heat captain didn’t offer much value otherwise. This season hasn’t been what many fantasy managers hoped it would be for Bam, as he’s ranked outside the top-50 in per-game value. Adebayo and the Heat will look to redeem themselves on Sunday against the Thunder.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
After coming off the bench in his first game back from a toe injury, Herro was back in the starting lineup on Saturday. He finished with a complete stat line, but the Heat were blown out and the other starters struggled. Where Herro is within the lineup doesn’t matter much, as he’ll provide solid fantasy value wherever. But it does affect Kel’el Ware, who tallied two points and three rebounds in 17 minutes off the bench. Ware can still offer reliable fantasy value, but he’s someone to watch with Herro back in the fold. The Heat visit Oklahoma City on Sunday.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Herro was supposed to start on Thursday against the Bulls, but the game was postponed due to condensation on the United Center floor. So, he’ll make his first start since returning from a toe injury on Saturday, with Kel’el Ware coming off the bench.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Added to the injury report late Saturday morning, Jaquez is officially available to play. Nikola Jović and Pelle Larsson will likely miss out on increases to their playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Point Guard • #15
about 2 months ago
Alvarado will miss a second straight game, which has allowed Jeremiah Fears to take on extra minutes as the starting point guard. Jordan Poole is filling out the backup minutes, but he was held scoreless in 12 minutes in their last game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward and Power Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Jones will miss a third straight game. Bryce McGowens started in his place on Friday but was unproductive in 29 minutes. However, he was better in the previous game as a reserve, so he’ll still hold some streaming value with Jones out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
Bey is expected to miss a sixth straight game. Trey Murphy (back) returned to the lineup for Friday’s game, so he filled the open starting spot left by Bey. Zion Williamson returned to the starting lineup when Bey first was sidelined, and he will likely remain in that role even after Bey returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Jaquez is a late addition to the injury report due to an illness. He returned to the lineup on Thursday after missing two games with an ankle injury. If he’s back out for this game, Nikola Jović and Pelle Larsson should see a bump in minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
On the heels of a sublime 42-point performance against the Lakers earlier this week, Murphy stayed sizzling-hot with his sixth 30-point effort to help the Pelicans snap a nine-game losing streak dating back to December 23. Murphy and teammate Zion Williamson combined for 34 first-half points and 66 on the night overall as the Wizards seemed to have zero answers defensively. The 25-year-old scoring forward erupted for 15 first-half points on 5-of-12 shooting, including 4-of-9 from three-point range, and finished the night 7-of-16 from long range. He’s delivered first-round fantasy value this season, averaging 21.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.2 blocks through 36 games. The Pelicans return to action on Sunday with a road matchup against the Magic.
NOP • Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Williamson went 8-of-9 from the floor to post a game-high 19 first-half points. The polarizing 25-year-old force and teammate Trey Murphy combined for a whopping 66 points in an eventual one-sided victory. It would’ve been an even bigger scoring night had he not missed six of his 13 free-throw attempts. He’s averaging 25 points over his last eight games but doesn’t offer much else from a fantasy perspective besides scoring upside.
NOP • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Queen’s phenomenal rookie campaign continued with his second triple-double performance as he posted double-digit boards for the third straight contest. The 21-year-old big man remains a work in progress but he’s shown flashes of big-time fantasy potential thanks to his all-around skillset.
NOP • Shooting Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Murphy is back in the lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, pushing Karlo Matković to the bench. The other change is McGowens, who will start ahead of Jordan Poole. His offensive ceiling is limited, but McGowens is a better defender than Poole.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • Small Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
Murphy is back after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks. His return means that Karlo Matković will return to the bench, and Bryce McGowens’ playing time will decrease as well.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • Small Forward and Power Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Initially listed as doubtful, Jones is now officially out against Washington, which will be his second straight absence. Jordan Poole and Karlo Matkovic should remain in the starting unit with both Jones and Trey Murphy (back) sidelined once again.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
MIA • • #
about 2 months ago
Due to condensation on the court, the Heat-Bulls game in Chicago has been postponed. No official makeup date has been announced yet, but that will be announced in the coming days. Both teams return to action on Saturday, with the Heat visiting the Pacers and the Bulls hosting the Mavericks.
Source: Shams Charania
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
After coming off the bench in his first game back from a right great toe injury, Herro has returned to the starting lineup. As a result, Kel’el Ware will come off the bench. While his ceiling is slightly lower with the demotion, Ware should still be rostered in most leagues.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Jaquez has missed Miami’s last two games with a sprained ankle, robbing the Heat of a key reserve. His return affects Nikola Jović and Pelle Larsson, as their opportunities stand to decrease with Miami back to full strength.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
One night removed from scoring a career-high 42 points, Murphy did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks. Karlo Matković moved into the starting lineup, but Bryce McGowens replaced him to begin the second half. Both players will lose out on minutes if Murphy returns on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward and Power Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Jones did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, which was the Pelicans’ second game in as many nights. With the doubtful tag, he appears on track to miss a second consecutive game. Jordan Poole may remain in the starting lineup if Jones sits, raising his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
Friday’s game will be the fifth that Bey has missed with a strained right hip flexor. Karlo Matković moved into the starting lineup for Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, but the Pelicans were also without Trey Murphy and Herb Jones. If Murphy can play against the Wizards, Matković will likely be headed to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Point Guard • #15
about 2 months ago
Alvarado appeared to tweak something during Tuesday’s loss to the Lakers, but he was still on the floor in crunch time. The point guard’s sore oblique will keep him out for at least one game, likely resulting in more minutes at point guard for Jordan Poole. Jordan Hawkins could enter the rotation, but there’s no need to stream him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Jaquez Jr. has missed the last two games with an injury but seems on track to return tonight. With Tyler Herro (toe) now also back, it’s likely that Nikola Jović, who has been playing well, will see his minutes and usage reduced.
Source: NBA.com
NOP • Shooting Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
McGowens was able to take on a larger role with both Trey Murphy (back) and Herb Jones (ankle) sidelined. He didn’t get the chance to start, but he played a season-high 37 minutes off the bench. He didn’t contribute much in other categories, but if Murphy and Jones remain out in Washington on Friday, McGowens will hold some streaming upside in deeper leagues.
NOP • Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Zion was held to just 15 points against the Lakers on Tuesday, and while he was more productive in this game, he still wasn’t able to contribute enough to end this losing streak. Williamson scored at least 30 points in three straight games when he returned to the starting lineup, but in the three games since then, he has averaged 16.3 points. Still, he’s healthy and available, and he has been playing in back-to-backs, which is great to see from him.
NOP • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #13
about 2 months ago
With Trey Murphy and Herb Jones sidelined against Atlanta, Poole returned to the starting lineup. He wasn’t efficient as a scorer, but he was able to pour in the points, mostly from beyond the arc, and contribute defensively. This came after he was held scoreless against the Lakers on Tuesday. Poole is one of the most volatile players in the league, but if he is able to start again in his return to Washington on Friday, he may be able to have another big scoring night.
NOP • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #13
about 2 months ago
The Pelicans won’t have Trey Murphy or Herb Jones for Wednesday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Poole and Matković will fill the resulting voids. While the former is already rostered in most leagues, the latter is worth streaming in deeper formats.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • Small Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
The Pelicans are playing the second leg of a back-to-back set after a narrow loss to the Lakers on Tuesday. With Herb Jones (ankle) questionable and Saddiq Bey (hip) sidelined, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy should see increased run against Atlanta.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward and Power Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Tuesday’s game was Jones’ first since December 22. Unfortunately, he could not find his stroke offensively, leaving the minutes tally (35) as the lone positive. As for Jones’ availability for Wednesday’s game against the Hawks, Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego said that will be determined after the team arrives in Atlanta. Fantasy managers should consider him questionable for the time being.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
NOP • Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
After ripping off a streak of three consecutive games with at least 30 points, Williamson has totaled 27 over his last two appearances. The points tally on Tuesday was negatively affected by a 1-of-5 night from the foul line; not just the percentage, but the attempts as well. The good news for fantasy managers is that Williamson tallied five assists, the most in a game for him since December 26. He’s offered top-100 value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks, and the emergence of Derik Queen may have lowered Zion’s ceiling due to a decrease in on-ball playmaking opportunities.
NOP • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Queen finished Tuesday’s defeat two assists shy of his second triple-double, pushing his double-double tally up to seven. While the production has tailed off somewhat after a hot start to December, the rookie center is still offering top-100 per-game value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Rostered in 53 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Queen is someone who 10-team league managers should look to add now if he’s on the waiver wire. His usage should be even higher after the trade deadline, especially if the Pelicans can’t make some headway in the race for a play-in spot.
NOP • Small Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
A fantasy league would rarely have three-point percentage as a scoring category. Therefore, Murphy only making six of his 17 attempts isn’t an issue. He shot 8-of-9 from inside the arc and matched that at the foul line, finishing with a career-high 42 points. Murphy was at his best during the third quarter, as he scored 20. As long as he’s healthy, Murphy will remain an elite fantasy wing, regardless of league format.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Herro looked like his usual self coming off the bench in this one following an 11-game absence recovering from a right toe injury. He shot the ball well overall but was just 1-of-4 from three-point range in his first game action since December 9. It was an off night for Miami overall as they shot just 35.7 percent from the floor as a team and failed to break the century mark. It’s been a frustrating season for Herro, and fantasy managers, as injuries have limited to just seven games after he played 77 of 82 last year. He shouldn’t have too many restrictions from a minutes standpoint moving forward.
MIA • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Powell knocked down a pair of three-pointers to open the contest but never really got going afterwards as Miami went ice-cold from the floor in the second half and fell behind by nearly 30 points by the middle of the fourth quarter. The 32-year-old has been a revelation for fantasy managers in his Heat debut, averaging 24.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.2 blocks through 32 games. He’s scored at least 21 points in seven consecutive games since December 26.
NOP • Small Forward and Power Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Appearing in his first game since December 22, Jones will be in the starting lineup. His return means that Karlo Matković heads to the bench, eliminating what little streaming value he possessed as a starter.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • Small Forward and Power Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Tuesday’s game will be Jones’ first since December 22. If he’s placed back in the starting lineup immediately, Karlo Matković would head to the bench after playing 24 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Heat.
Source: Erin Summers
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
The roller coaster ride is at an end. Jaquez Jr. was listed as out on Monday afternoon before getting upgraded to questionable on Monday evening. He’s now listed as out, and fantasy managers should expect more run for Nikola Jović and Pelle Larsson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Herro was available on Sunday, but he didn’t take the court. According to Heat reporter Ira Winderman, Herro plans to play against the Timberwolves, which will be his first taste of game action since December 9. Fantasy managers can get him into lineups, but they should temper expectations for his first game back.
Source: Ira Winderman
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Jaquez was initially ruled out for this game, which would’ve been a second consecutive absence for him. However, he has now been upgraded, which is a good indicator that he may be able to give it a go. He’ll return to playing his typical significant reserve role if he is able to suit up.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Jaquez Jr. sprained his ankle on Saturday, and the injury will force him to miss a second straight game after he sat out Sunday. Nikola Jović and Pelle Larsson are candidates for increased run in Jaquez Jr.'s absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Herro was available on Sunday, but he didn’t play, and he hasn’t taken the court since December 9. Until he’s ready to return, Kel’el Ware should remain with the first unit. Pelle Larsson and Davion Mitchell should continue to see extended run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward and Power Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Jones has missed seven straight games, but he’s got a chance to return on Tuesday against Los Angeles. If Jones is sidelined for an eighth straight game, Bryce McGowens could enjoy more run off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Small Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
Bey will be out for a third straight game, which means Bryce McGowens could see additional minutes off the bench behind Trey Murphy. Even with Herb Jones (ankle) also sidelined, McGowens isn’t worth an add in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Powell got off to a sizzling-hot start on the second night of a back-to-back, going 6-of-7 from the field, including 5-of-6 from three-point range, to enter halftime with 20 points. He kept the momentum going down the home stretch, finishing 9-of-12 from beyond the arc, notching his second 30-point performance in his last three games. The unheralded 32-year-old scoring machine has benefitted greatly from Miami’s new run-and-gun style offense in his Heat debut, delivering third-round fantasy value, averaging 24.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.2 blocks through 31 games. The Heat are in line for a four-game week coming up that includes a rematch against Minnesota before road tilts against the Bulls, Pacers and Thunder.
MIA • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Jović, who came into this one nursing a left groin contusion, went 6-of-10 from the floor, scoring 15 points in the opening half as Miami built an early advantage. The 22-year-old cooled off considerably over the final three quarters but still managed to turn in a respectable all-around effort. He’s been excellent over the past two weeks, averaging 14.8 points and 5.3 rebounds over his last six games during that span. He’s worthy of a speculative fantasy roster spot, especially in deeper leagues.
MIA • Center • #7
about 2 months ago
Ware remains one of this season’s great fantasy wild cards — dominant one night, invisible the next. The 21-year-old center is still very much a work in progress, but he’s been a double-double machine this season, averaging 12.4 points and 10.6 boards through 36 games and grading out as a top-30 overall fantasy performer.
MIA • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Despite suffering a left groin contusion during Saturday’s loss to the Timberwolves, Jović is good to go for the second game of Miami’s weekend back-to-back. There may be a few more minutes available to him since Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is out.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
Larsson is back after missing two games with a sprained right ankle. Tyler Herro (toe) and Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) are out, so there will be rotation minutes available to the second-year wing. However, he is not a must-roster player in most leagues.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Unsurprisingly, Jaquez is out after spraining his right ankle during Saturday’s loss to the Timberwolves. With Nikola Jović and Pelle Larsson being available, they can absorb most of the minutes that would have gone to Jaquez.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
While Herro is available, he is not expected to see any action. Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra said the guard remains day-to-day and is unsure when Herro will be available. Kel’el Ware will continue to start until that changes.
Source: Anthony Chiang
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Initially probable for Sunday’s game, Adebayo is officially available. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Heat starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report