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MIL • Guard • #5
9 months ago
Trent did not play in Wednesday’s win over the Mavericks and appears likely to miss a second straight game. Fellow reserves AJ Green and Kevin Porter Jr. absorbed most of the minutes that would have gone to Trent, which should remain the case on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Forward • #34
9 months ago
Antetokounmpo and Lillard are again on the initial injury report, but both are considered probable for Saturday’s game. Look for them to play and assume their usual responsibilities as Milwaukee’s top two offensive options.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
9 months ago
Nnaji should be good to go against Phoenix, but his only path to true value in fantasy basketball is if Nikola Jokic (ankle) is sidelined. In that scenario, Nnaji will be worth streaming. If Jokic suits up, Nnaji will be a solid reserve for them, but he won’t contribute much in the box score.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
9 months ago
Gordon has missed three straight, but he’s got a chance to return against a familiar Western Conference opponent. If he’s out, Russell Westbrook will be the biggest beneficiary, and Zeke Nnaji could see some additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
Jokic has popped up on the injury report ahead of Denver’s last few games, but this ankle ailment hasn’t forced him to miss a game yet. If that were to change, Zeke Nnaji and DeAndre Jordan would likely fill out the center minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #0
9 months ago
With Julian Strawther (knee) out, Braun played 38 minutes Wednesday. All of the Nuggets’ starters played at least 35 minutes and no one off the bench played more than 18 minutes. Aaron Gordon was out too, but this just shows how the Nuggets trust Braun and he’s set to play a lot of minutes for the rest of the season. Braun’s scoring and threes will likely be more consistent the rest of the way, but his assists should be on the rise as well. The 23-year-old shooting guard had a season-high seven dimes Wednesday.
DEN • Guard • #0
9 months ago
With Julian Strawther (knee) out, Braun played 38 minutes Wednesday. All of the Nuggets’ starters played at least 35 minutes and no one off the bench played more than 18 minutes. Aaron Gordon was out too, but this just shows how the Nuggets trust Braun and he’s set to play a lot of minutes for the rest of the season. Braun’s scoring and threes will likely be more consistent the rest of the way, but his assists should be on the rise as well. The 23-year-old shooting guard had a season-high seven dimes Wednesday.
DEN • Guard • #4
9 months ago
Westbrook had a big scoring night Wednesday with 25 points. It was his second straight game in the starting lineup with Aaron Gordon sidelined. The 36-year-old point guard even made four 3-pointers, which he’s done only three other times this year. Westbrook has a high ceiling when he’s in the starting lineup with Gordon out.
DEN • Guard • #4
9 months ago
Westbrook had a big scoring night Wednesday with 25 points. It was his second straight game in the starting lineup with Aaron Gordon sidelined. The 36-year-old point guard even made four three-pointers, which he’s done only three other times this year. Westbrook has a high ceiling when he’s in the starting lineup with Gordon out.
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
Jokic hasn’t had a triple-double in his last two games. The 30-year-old center has been so good this season that it’s notable whenever he fails to record a triple-double. Jokic still had an excellent game with 22 points, 15 rebounds and six assists as he brought the Nuggets back from an 11-point halftime deficit to get the victory. He’s been the top fantasy player on the year and a top-five value since the All-Star break.
MIL • Guard • #20
9 months ago
Green’s shot was falling on Wednesday, and his six three-pointers were one shy of his season and career highs. Since the All-Star break, the Bucks guard has averaged 9.1 points and 2.8 three-pointers per game. Green will undoubtedly get his opportunities to produce, especially with Andre Jackson Jr. no longer in the rotation. However, he’s unlikely to significantly impact fantasy basketball when the Bucks are whole (or close to it).
MIL • Guard-Forward • #77
9 months ago
A double-digit scorer in seven of his ten games with the team, Porter appears to be a good fit with the Bucks. Wednesday’s triple-double was his third as a pro and first since the 2022-23 season. However, Porter has been more important to the Bucks, who remain without the suspended Bobby Portis, than fantasy managers. Since the break, he’s ranked well outside the top 100 in eight-cat formats, and that’s unlikely to change anytime soon.
MIL • Guard • #0
9 months ago
As was the case for Giannis Antetokounmpo, the undermanned Mavericks had no answer for Lillard. Wedneday’s game was his first of 30 points or more since February 10, but the lack of explosive scoring nights has not harmed Lillard’s fantasy value. Since the break, he has provided second-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats, ranking within the top 20 of both. Lillard will look to build on Wednesday’s performance when the Bucks host Orlando (Saturday) and Cleveland (Sunday) to close out Week 18.
MIL • Forward • #34
9 months ago
Antetokounmpo punished the shorthanded Mavericks on Wednesday, needing only 25 minutes to record his 26th double-double with at least 30 points this season. And he made some history, becoming the 52nd player in ABA/NBA history to score at least 20,000 points in a career. Since the All-Star break, Giannis has provided top-30 value in eight- and nine-cat formats, and he’s been much-improved from the foul line (71.6 percent). Milwaukee ends Week 18 with a Saturday/Sunday back-to-back against the Magic and Cavaliers.
DEN • Forward • #32
9 months ago
Initially questionable for Wednesday’s game, Gordon has officially been declared out. Russell Westbrook started Sunday’s loss to the Celtics and will likely take on the same responsibilities in Gordon’s absence. The move into the starting lineup will raise the veteran point guard’s fantasy ceiling.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Center • #15
10 months ago
Jokic hasn’t missed a game in over a month and that streak will continue Wednesday despite initially being listed as questionable with an ankle injury. The 30-year-old center was just one assist shy of a triple-double in his last game. Fantasy managers can insert the Joker into lineups as usual Wednesday.
DEN • Forward • #31
10 months ago
Cancar is available to make his first appearance since November 19. He isn’t guaranteed to be in the rotation, but a few minutes may be available if Aaron Gordon (ankle) cannot play. Gordon is a game-time decision. There’s no need to consider streaming Cancar due to the time missed.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
10 months ago
Nnaji, initially questionable for Wednesday’s game, is available to play. How much he’ll play depends partially on the availability of Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon, who are game-time decisions. Nnaji will only have streaming value if one of those two starters cannot play.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
DEN • Guard • #8
10 months ago
Watson has been out of the lineup since January as he’s still dealing with a sprained right knee. The 22-year-old small forward’s return likely isn’t too far away given he was initially listed as questionable Wednesday. The Nuggets will likely manage his minutes whenever he does return, though.
MIL • Guard • #13
10 months ago
Rollins will miss Wednesday’s game for personal reasons, and a return timeline is unknown. His absence frees up additional minutes for Kevin Porter Jr. and AJ Green, who are already in the Bucks’ rotation.
Source: Milwaukee Bucks
MIL • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Lillard and Kuzma were initially probable for Wednesday’s game, so the status upgrades were expected. They will occupy their usual places in the starting lineup, and the Bucks will open with their usual quintet. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Taurean Prince and Brook Lopez are the other starters.
Source: Mike Curtis
MIL • Forward • #34
10 months ago
No surprise here as Antetokounmpo was initially listed as probable with a calf injury. The 30-year-old power forward is coming off a triple-double in his last game against the Hawks on Tuesday. Fantasy managers can insert the Greek Freak into lineups as usual Wednesday.
MIL • Guard • #5
10 months ago
Trent has been healthy as of late while Connaughton hasn’t played in eight of the Bucks’ previous 10 games. AJ Green and Andre Jackson Jr. could find some extra minutes off the bench on Wednesday.
MIL • Forward • #18
10 months ago
Kuzma has been the same player with the Bucks that he was with the Wizards earlier this season. His rebounding is up with Bobby Portis suspended. He should continue starting for Milwaukee.
MIL • Center • #11
10 months ago
Lopez isn’t known as a strong rebounder, but he was able to make an impact on the glass against Atlanta. He set a new season-high for rebounds and recorded his second double-double of the season on Tuesday. Most of his value in recent years has come from three-pointers and blocks, and while he was able to provide one of each, it wasn’t his typical dose that managers have relied on. Lopez should continue to make his money in those two categories, and he shouldn’t continue to provide as many rebounds as he did on Tuesday.
MIL • Forward • #34
10 months ago
For the sixth time this season and 51st time in his career, Antetokounmpo recorded a triple-double. He wasn’t able to replicate his success at the free throw line against Dallas on Saturday, but the extra rebounds and assists helped make up for it. This was Antetokounmpo’s fifth-straight game with at least 20 points, which lines up with his minutes restriction being bumped up to 32 minutes. Milwaukee has three more games this week, and managers should expect Antetokounmpo to continue to dominate, starting with a matchup with Dallas on Wednesday.
MIL • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Lillard had a strong scoring night on Tuesday, though he did most of his work early on. Lillard scored 12 points and hit two triples in the first quarter, but he was only able to add 11 more points without any three-pointers over the final three frames. This looked like it was going to be a big night for Dame early on, but that didn’t end up being the case. Still, he did enough to help Milwaukee win for the seventh time in their last eight games. They play the second night of this back-to-back on Wednesday, and Dame did sit out the second leg of their previous back-to-back. Keep an eye on the injury report.
MIL • Forward • #18
10 months ago
Kuzma is good to go after being listed as doubtful on the Bucks’ initial injury report. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, and Kuzma’s presence limits the fantasy value of reserve Gary Trent Jr.
Source: Eric Nehm
MIL • Forward • #34
10 months ago
Giannis was initially listed as probable, so his availability was expected. He’ll occupy his usual spot in the starting lineup and look to help Milwaukee win a third-straight game.
Source: Eric Nehm
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
10 months ago
Nnaji may miss a game for the first time since January due to a left ankle sprain. With Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon and Peyton Watson all questionable to play, Nnaji’s chances of contributing on Wednesday will be dependent on the status of those players. If they’re all out and Nnaji plays, he may hold some streaming value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #31
10 months ago
Cancar has been out since early December after undergoing an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee. He’s unlikely to impact fantasy basketball if cleared to play, but Vlatko’s return would give the Nuggets’ frontcourt depth a welcome boost. Aaron Gordon (ankle) and Zeke Nnaji (ankle) are also questionable; Cancar may not even be in the rotation if they’re available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #8
10 months ago
Watson hasn’t played since January after suffering a right knee sprain, but there is a chance that he makes his return to the lineup against Sacramento. He will likely fill out a reserve role when he returns, and with Aaron Gordon (ankle) questionable, Watson could take on a few extra minutes. However, Denver will likely manage his workload in his first game back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
10 months ago
Gordon has missed Denver’s last two games and is in danger of missing a third straight outing. Russell Westbrook started in place of Gordon on Sunday and contributed 12 points, three rebounds, six assists, two steals, one block and two triples in 36 minutes. He should remain in that role if Gordon is sidelined again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
10 months ago
Jokic hasn’t missed a game since January, but there is a chance that he is sidelined against Sacramento. DeAndre Jordan started in Jokic’s most recent absence, though Zeke Nnaji and Dario Saric are also candidates to take on larger roles if Jokic is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #3
10 months ago
Strawther is dealing with a sprained left knee and will be re-evaluated in four weeks. The 22-year-old shooting guard sustained the injury in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics. Strawther’s absence doesn’t change a ton for the Nuggets, though Christian Braun could see more usage and is still available in some leagues.
Source: Denver Nuggets
MIL • Forward • #18
10 months ago
Kuzma was initially listed as doubtful for Tuesday’s game with an ankle injury, but has since been upgraded to questionable. While there’s still a real chance he’s out Tuesday, the 29-year-old power forward is at least trending in the right direction. AJ Green, Taurean Prince and Gary Trent Jr. would pick up the vacated minutes if Kuzma is out against the Hawks.
MIL • Forward • #18
10 months ago
Giannis Antetokounmpo is probable, so the Bucks’ starting frontcourt will be available, but the rotation will be a bit thin behind Giannis and Brook Lopez. With Kuz unlikely to play, AJ Green, Taurean Prince and Gary Trent Jr. should see more run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Guard • #24
10 months ago
Connaughton will miss a fifth straight game with a strained left calf. His availability has not significantly impacted fantasy basketball, as Connaughton has been behind Gary Trent Jr., Kevin Porter Jr. and AJ Green in the pecking order. As for Nance, he’s dealing with a sprained right ankle and has not been in the rotation when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Forward • #34
10 months ago
Antetokounmpo is again on the injury report with the left calf injury that sidelined him for six games in early February. However, he’s considered probable to play Tuesday night, so fantasy managers should plan for Giannis to be on the court. Kyle Kuzma (ankle) is doubtful to play, so the Bucks will likely have one less credible scorer in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Guard • #13
10 months ago
A little over one year since he agreed to a two-way contract with the Bucks, Rollins has been rewarded with a standard contract. The 2022 second-round pick has appeared in 39 games (eight starts) this season, averaging 4.9 points, 1.6 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 12.5 minutes. This move won’t impact fantasy basketball, but it does ensure that Rollins will be eligible for the postseason. The Bucks signed point guard Jamaree Bouyea to a two-way contract in a corresponding move.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Guard • #3
10 months ago
Strawther suffered an apparent left knee injury on a drive to the basket during the third quarter, exiting with 3:22 remaining. Jalen Pickett (three points, one rebound and one three-pointer in eight minutes) played rotation minutes after Strawther’s departure, but there isn’t a player worth adding if the second-year wing misses time. Strawther’s exit also factored into starter Christian Braun playing 46 minutes. Shallow-league managers can add Braun (62 percent rostered), but the Nuggets won’t play their next game until Wednesday.
DEN • Guard • #27
10 months ago
Murray seemingly flipped a switch at the halftime break after shooting 1-of-4 from the field in the first half. The Nuggets guard was far more involved (and impactful) during the second half, with the Nuggets pulling to within three points of the Celtics before falling by seven. Since the All-Star break, Murray has provided top-20 value in eight-cat formats, slightly better than his season-long production.
DEN • Guard • #0
10 months ago
With Aaron Gordon (ankle) out and the bench giving the Nuggets little production, Braun played a season-high 46 minutes on Sunday. And the third-year guard was productive, surpassing the 20-point mark for the fourth time in eight games. Since February 10, Braun has provided third-round value in nine-cat formats. He’s been a fifth-round player for the season but is only rostered in 62 percent of Yahoo! leagues. The only reason why that percentage is not a lock to increase is that Denver doesn’t play its first Week 18 game until Wednesday.
DEN • Center • #15
10 months ago
Jokic added another “Sombor Double” to his tally, finishing one assist shy of a triple-double. Jokic has attempted 16 shots or less in five straight games, but his fantasy value has remained elite. The three-time MVP has provided top-5 value in eight- and nine-cat formats since the break, which is the expectation at this stage in Jokic’s career. He’ll now get a welcome respite, as the Nuggets don’t play their first Week 18 game until Wednesday against the Kings.
DEN • Guard • #4
10 months ago
The Nuggets were again without Aaron Gordon, but Westbrook filled the void in Boston that Zeke Nnaji did in Denver’s prior game. The veteran point guard offered modest value in that role, but the opportunity to play starter minutes raises his fantasy ceiling. With the Nuggets not playing again until Wednesday, the hope is that Gordon can return from his sprained ankle. If so, Westbrook will return to the bench.
DEN • Guard • #4
10 months ago
Westbrook will replace Aaron Gordon in the starting lineup instead of Zeke Nnaji. This will be the point guard’s first start since late January.
MIL • Guard • #5
10 months ago
Trent hasn’t been consistently productive since the Bucks lost Bobby Portis to a 25-game suspension, but he does have added importance. Saturday night, he recorded his first 20-point game since February 12 (21 vs. Minnesota), the Bucks’ final game before the All-Star break. Rostered in 10 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Trent hasn’t been a top 200 player in eight- or nine-cat formats. However, with the Bucks playing two back-to-backs during Week 18, he may be worth the streaming risk in extremely deep leagues.
MIL • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Lillard has only been a fourth-round player in nine-cat formats since the All-Star break, and field goal percentage has been a factor. He’s shooting just 40.3 percent from the field, four-plus points lower than his mark for the season (44.7). Lillard has been hit-or-miss since the break, alternating solid (or better) shooting nights with clunkers against the Clippers (February 20) and Rockets (February 25). However, the upcoming schedule may be more concerning for fantasy managers, as Milwaukee’s Week 18 consists of two back-to-backs.
MIL • Forward • #34
10 months ago
Antetokounmpo was again limited to 32 minutes, but that was all he needed to have a devastating effect on both ends of the floor. The Bucks’ superstar forward recorded excellent percentages and finished one rebound and one assist from a triple-double. Since the All-Star break, Giannis has provided top-30 value in eight-cat formats, two rounds better than his production for the season. Of course, it helps when a 58.9 percent foul shooter makes 69.4 percent of his attempts, as Antetokounmpo has since the break.
MIL • Guard • #5
10 months ago
Trent was a late addition to the injury report, with the Bucks listing him as questionable following pregame shootaround. He’s officially available to play and can provide deep-league value as the Bucks continue to play without the suspended Bobby Portis.
Source: Eric Nehm
MIL • Forward • #34
10 months ago
Initially probable for Saturday’s game, Antetokounmpo and Lillard have officially been upgraded to available. They’ll take on their usual responsibilities as starters, while Giannis may once again be limited to 32 minutes as he continues to work his way back from a strained calf.
Source: Eric Nehm
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
10 months ago
Filling in for the injured Aaron Gordon (ankle), Nnaji sprained his left ankle during Friday’s win over the Pistons. Both are considered questionable for Sunday’s game. Both being sidelined would likely force the Nuggets to go small, with Russell Westbrook or Julian Strawther moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
10 months ago
Gordon did not play in Friday’s win over the Pistons after spraining his left ankle the night before in Milwaukee. Zeke Nnaji replaced him in the starting lineup, but Nnaji is also questionable for Sunday’s game. Russell Westbrook or Julian Strawther may be forced to move into the starting lineup if neither can go.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Guard • #5
10 months ago
Trent Jr. popping up as questionable merely hours before game-time is never a good sign. It’s unclear what illness the 26-year-old shooting guard is battling, but his questionable listing gives him a legitimate chance of missing Saturday’s game against the Mavericks. Trent Jr. only has deep league fantasy appeal when available playing with the Bucks’ second unit.
DEN • Forward • #1
10 months ago
Porter Jr. had his fourth game with at least 28 points in the month of February. The 26-year-old small forward was efficient shooting 10-of-15 from the field including 6-of-7 from behind the 3-point line. Porter Jr. also pulled down nine rebounds. He’s provided third-round fantasy value in February.
MIL • Guard • #24
10 months ago
Saturday’s game will be the third Connaughton has missed with a strained left calf. His continued absence does not impact fantasy basketball, especially with Gary Trent Jr., AJ Green and Kevin Porter Jr. available to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Forward • #34
10 months ago
Antetokounmpo and Lillard have been managing their calf and hamstring injuries recently and have not been forced to miss time. That should be the case on Saturday, especially with both being considered probable to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report