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IND • Center • #40
about 12 hours ago
There was some surprise regarding the Pacers’ decision to play Zubac and Andrew Nembhard (8/5/7/2) in both games of their back-to-back. And while head coach Rick Carlisle said that they would be under minutes restrictions, the tandem played 29 and 32 minutes, respectively. Zubac had a decent night, recording a complete stat line. Regarding the minutes, the rivalry between the franchises may have been a factor. That’s something to be mindful of next week, as Tuesday’s rematch is the first game of a back-to-back for Indiana.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 12 hours ago
While his offense has been hit-or-miss, Walker has made strides in terms of his overall production since the All-Star break. He’s been a top-100 player in eight-cat formats since the break, doing enough to merit being rostered in 14-team leagues. As long as he’s healthy, Walker is one of the Pacers players whose minutes should be relatively safe for the rest of the season. The Pacers end Week 20 with a game against the Bucks on Sunday.
IND • Power Forward • #21
about 15 hours ago
Nesmith is back for Friday’s game after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Suns. As a result of his return, Ethan Thompson is not only out of the starting five but inactive due to his status as a two-way contract player. Also, Nembhard and Zubac will once again have their minutes limited.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 16 hours ago
Jackson’s absence won’t significantly affect fantasy basketball, as Andrew Nembhard, T.J. McConnell and Kam Jones are available. With Nembhard and McConnell under minutes restrictions, Jones may be the player whose workload increases with Jackson out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 16 hours ago
Siakam remains out for another game as he continues to deal with a knee injury. Obi Toppin is available, and he may get to make a spot start as a result. Siakam’s absence also affects Jarace Walker, who has been a starter even when Spicy P is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 16 hours ago
Nesmith and McConnell are back after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Suns. The latter’s playing time may be limited, as it has been for most of this season due to persistent hamstring issues. As for Nesmith, while his playing time should not take a significant hit, he’s struggled for most of this season.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 16 hours ago
Toppin is back after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Suns. He’ll play rotation minutes, but the playing time may be limited due to how much time Toppin missed earlier this season with a foot injury.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
MIL • Point Guard • #
about 17 hours ago
While Porter recently returned from right knee synovitis, Dieng is dealing with an illness. Ryan Rollins started for KPJ while he was sidelined and would return to the starting five. If Dieng can’t play, AJ Green could make a spot start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 17 hours ago
Milwaukee closes the week with a back-to-back, making it possible that fantasy managers get one game out of Antetokounmpo instead of two. If he plays the Hawks on Saturday, Giannis likely won’t play the Pacers on Sunday. He sat out the second game of Milwaukee’s most recent back-to-back, a loss to the Magic on March 8.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
1 day ago
Following a one-game absence with a back injury, Portis was back playing his typical role off the bench. Though it wasn’t enough for the Bucks to get the win, he has his highest-scoring performance since Feb. 24 and shot at least 50 percent from the floor for a ninth straight game. Portis is a solid reserve that ranks inside the top-100 in nine-category leagues over the past two weeks. However, his limited minutes will continue to cap his upside.
MIL • Point Guard • #13
1 day ago
With Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) back in the lineup, Rollins returned to playing a role off the bench. However, he still played 33 minutes to KPJ’s 27 and was far more productive. Rollins has been one of the most improved players in the NBA this season, and as long as he is playing big minutes, he’ll continue to be a strong fantasy asset. However, he may be limited if he continues to come off the bench.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
1 day ago
Antetokounmpo has been available for five of the Bucks’ last six games, but this was his best offensive performance. In fact, this was his highest-scoring performance since Jan. 11, which was over two months prior to this game. Giannis hasn’t been quite as productive as he typically is, most notably a lack of production on the glass. He’ll look to build on this scoring performance in Saturday’s game in Atlanta.
IND • • #
1 day ago
Slawson signed a two-way deal with Indiana in February, and this was his second time suiting up for the Pacers. He only played 11 minutes in his debut, but he played 32 minutes in this game and ended up turning in a strong line. The 2023 second-round pick should continue to play a role for Indiana over the rest of the season, but it will likely be too inconsistent for him to be worth rostering, even if he was productive in this one.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
1 day ago
Nembhard got off to an insanely hot start to this game, entering halftime with 23 points while only missing one field goal attempt and one free throw. Unfortunately, he entered the game dealing with both a back injury and a neck injury, and he ended up not suiting up in the second half, though there was no official announcement from the team. This was still a productive night for him, but it was cut short by an early exit.
IND • Center • #40
1 day ago
Zubac made his long-awaited debut for Indiana after they acquired him ahead of February’s trade deadline. He was solid in 16 minutes in the first half, though he didn’t suit up in the second half. It was great to see him suit up for his new team, but it is clear that the priority for the Pacers is to still maintain their pick, which is top-four protected. Zubac is still a fantasy star, but he may not get the opportunity to play enough to prove it over the rest of the season.
MIL • Center and Power Forward • #13
1 day ago
Dieng only played 14 minutes, and the only stats he contributed were a turnover and two fouls. Clearly, the illness was bothering him. Ryan Rollins should take on extra minutes down the stretch with Dieng sidelined.
Source: Milwaukee Bucks
MIL • Point Guard • #
1 day ago
Porter is back in the lineup after missing four games with a knee injury, which pushes Ryan Rollins to the bench. That’s the lone change to the Bucks’ starting lineup.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Power Forward • #21
1 day ago
Nembhard’s return pushes Kam Jones to the bench, while Zubac’s Pacers debut means Jay Huff will be used in a reserve role. Also, Thompson and Brown start due to Aaron Nesmith and Obi Toppin being sidelined. The lone holdover in the starting lineup is Walker.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIL • Center and Power Forward • #00
1 day ago
Sims is back after a one-game absence, which resulted in Pete Nance picking up a few more minutes off the bench. Nance may not fall out of the rotation entirely, but his playing time should decrease with Sims available.
Source: Stephen Watson
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
1 day ago
Portis will be back following a one-game absence. Pete Nance filled out the backup center minutes behind Myles Turner, but with both Portis and Jericho Sims (knee) returning, Nance likely won’t see the floor much.
Source: Stephen Watson
MIL • Point Guard • #
1 day ago
KPJ missed Milwaukee’s last four games, but he will return to take on Miami. Ryan Rollins has been starting in his place, but he should head back to playing a reserve role with KPJ available, which will limit his fantasy upside.
Source: Stephen Watson
IND • Small Forward • #23
1 day ago
Nesmith will sit out the first of the Pacers’ two games in as many nights. Ben Sheppard is a potential replacement in the starting lineup, but he has not done enough in prior starting opportunities to merit streaming.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #1
1 day ago
Toppin hasn’t been on the injury report, but Indiana has made the decision to sit him this game, which likely means he will play against New York on Friday. With Pascal Siakam (knee) also out, Kobe Brown could slide into the starting unit.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
1 day ago
Nembhard is back after a one-game absence. With Ivica Zubac (ankle) cleared to make his Pacers debut, he and Nembhard can establish some on-court chemistry. Nembhard has surpassed 30 minutes once in his last seven games, so fantasy managers should not expect to see him log heavy minutes on Thursday.
Source: Tony East
IND • Point Guard • #9
1 day ago
McConnell will miss a second straight game with this hamstring issue, and with Andrew Nembhard available, Kam Jones will fill out the backup point guard minutes with McConnell sidelined. Jones has been solid as a starter, but his production will be limited with Nembhard available.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Center • #40
1 day ago
Zubac has been sidelined since early February, which was before he was traded to Indiana. This will be his first action in a Pacers uniform, though managers shouldn’t be surprised if his minutes are limited. Still, it will be good to see him back out on the floor. Jay Huff will likely be pushed to the bench with Zubac available.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Point Guard • #29
2 days ago
Jackson played 18 minutes on Tuesday in a loss to the Kings, but he will take a seat in this one. It’s possible that Andrew Nembhard (back/neck) or T.J. McConnell (hamstring) will be able to suit up for this one after missing Tuesday’s game, so it remains to be seen how the minutes will be split up.
IND • Power Forward • #43
2 days ago
Siakam had originally been ruled doubtful, so it’s not a shock that he will miss another game. Obi Toppin will likely start in his place, as he did on Tuesday against the Kings, with Jay Huff taking on a bigger usage role.
MIL • Center and Power Forward • #00
3 days ago
Sims was held out of Tuesday’s loss to the Suns, with his absence factoring into Pete Nance playing 12 minutes off the bench. If Sims remains out, there’s nothing for fantasy managers to gain from streaming Nance.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
3 days ago
Portis did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns, which led the Bucks to rely even more on starters Giannis Antetokounmpo and Myles Turner. That likely remains the case if Portis can’t play against the Heat, and they’re already rostered in most, if not all, fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Point Guard • #
3 days ago
Porter has missed Milwaukee’s last four games with right knee synovitis, but there’s a chance he returns on Thursday. If so, his playing time may be somewhat limited due to the time missed. Also, Ryan Rollins may also lose out on some playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
3 days ago
Siakam was held out of Tuesday’s loss to the Kings, with Obi Toppin replacing him in the starting lineup. Toppin remains under a minutes limit, playing 15 against Sacramento. While productive as the spot starter, Obi is a risky play due to his limited playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
3 days ago
Nesmith is on the report due to right ankle injury management, and the Pacers play games on Thursday and Friday. If he sits, Ben Sheppard could return to the starting lineup, raising his short-term fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
3 days ago
Nembhard did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Kings, with Kam Jones replacing him in the starting lineup. Thursday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Pacers, so they may sit their usual starter for at least one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard • #9
3 days ago
McConnell did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Kings, sidelined due to a right hamstring that has been problematic for most of the season. Kam Jones played 27 minutes as the starting point guard, and Taelon Peter picked up a few minutes off the bench. Jones is worth rostering in deep leagues if McConnell and the usual starter, Andrew Nembhard, remain out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard • #29
3 days ago
Due to a sore calf, Jackson is on track to miss Thursday’s game. Ben Sheppard should see his minutes increase if Jackson can’t play. However, he is not a must-add player in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Shooting Guard • #7
3 days ago
After playing just four minutes on Sunday, Jones returned to the starting unit for this game. He set a new career high for both points and three-pointers, and he fell one assist shy of recording the second double-double of his career. Jones has taken on a larger role over the past month, and that should continue when Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) is sidelined. However, the inconsistent role makes him difficult to trust with a roster spot.
IND • Power Forward • #1
3 days ago
Toppin remained on a strict minutes restriction, but he returned to the starting unit and was able to take on a slightly larger role, which led to his first double-digit performance since October. The limited role will prevent Toppin from being worth rostering, but this was a strong outing for him. He’ll be an important piece for Indiana next season.
IND • Small Forward • #23
3 days ago
Nesmith got off to a scorching hot start to this game, scoring 24 points in the first half. Unfortunately, he went scoreless in the third quarter and wasn’t able to add much more in the fourth. This was his highest-scoring outing since he scored 31 points against the Warriors on Nov. 1, and while he has missed a lot of time, it has been a rough year for Nesmith when he has played. It was a fun night for him, but he isn’t worth rostering in standard leagues.
MIL • Center • #33
3 days ago
To say that Turner needed a night like Tuesday would be an understatement. Over his last five games entering the matchup with the Suns, the Bucks’ center averaged 6.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.8 steals, 1.2 blocks and 1.4 three-pointers in 20.6 minutes, shooting 31.4 percent from the field. Turner’s 22 points were the most in a game for him since January 27, when he dropped 31 on the 76ers. Simply put, nights like Tuesday have been few and far between for Turner, which is not what the Bucks expected when they signed him in free agency.
MIL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #18
3 days ago
Before Tuesday, it had been just over a month since Kuzma last surpassed 20 points in a game, much less 30. He dropped his third 30-point game of the season on Tuesday, with the 33 points being a season-high. The numbers in the categories outside of points and three pointers were a bit limited, but Kuzma still managed to record a complete stat line. The Bucks play three more games in Week 20, starting with the Heat on Thursday.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
3 days ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Magic, Antetokounmpo logged 30 minutes against the Suns. This was the first time he’s played at least 30 minutes since returning from his second calf strain of the season, so the limit is clearly increasing. That’s good news for fantasy managers, as many are counting on Giannis to be his usual dominant self during the fantasy playoff weeks.
IND • Shooting Guard • #7
4 days ago
The Pacers won’t have Andrew Nembhard or Pascal Siakam for the final game of their road trip, resulting in two openings in the starting lineup. Jones and Toppin will start, with the latter’s playing time still being restricted.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Power Forward • #5
4 days ago
Walker sprained his right ankle late in Sunday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, hence his appearance on the Pacers’ injury report. He’s good to go and will take on an even more prominent role within the starting lineup, as Andrew Nembhard and Pascal Siakam are out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
4 days ago
Initially doubtful for Tuesday’s game, Nembhard is officially out. With T.J. McConnell (hamstring) also out, the Pacers will rely on Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson to run the show in the final game of their road trip.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
MIL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #18
4 days ago
Antetokounmpo and Kumza are back after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Magic. While AJ Green heads to the bench after returning to the starting lineup the last time out, Jericho Sims is not available due to a knee injury.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIL • Center and Power Forward • #00
4 days ago
While the Bucks will have Kyle Kuzma, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Myles Turner available for Tuesday’s game, there won’t be much depth otherwise. Sims and Bobby Portis (back) are out, which means Pete Nance should play more. While not worth the risk in most fantasy leagues, Nance has had some good moments when allowed to play extended minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
4 days ago
Both Portis and Jericho Sims (knee) will be sidelined for this game, leaving Milwaukee thin down low. Pete Nance should fill out the backup center minutes behind Myles Turner. Nance had six points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 22 minutes in Sunday’s loss to Orlando.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
4 days ago
Prince, who underwent surgery in November to address a herniated disk in his neck, is good to go for Tuesday’s game. While Rivers did not say anything about potential minutes, the veteran wing may not take on a full workload due to the time he’s missed. He can provide three-pointers and steals as part of the Bucks’ rotation, but that isn’t enough to make Prince a must-add player immediately.
Source: Jim Owczarski
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
4 days ago
Milwaukee will have all of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyle Kuzma and Myles Turner available for Tuesday’s tilt with Phoenix, but frontcourt depth will be thin if Portis and Sims are ruled out. If the pair are ultimately sidelined, Pete Nance could log a few extra minutes, but Nance isn’t worth a look in fantasy hoops leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
5 days ago
Siakam, who logged 32 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, is dealing with a sprained right knee. While his absence likely means a spot start for Obi Toppin, the Pacers have been strict with his minutes since he returned from a stress fracture in his foot that sidelined him for four months.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
5 days ago
Prince, who underwent surgery to address a herniated disk in his neck back in November, could make his first appearance since early November on Tuesday. However, while he can provide three-pointers and steals when given rotation minutes, fantasy managers don’t need to add Prince ahead of Tuesday’s game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
5 days ago
Antetokounmpo and Kuzma were held out of Sunday’s loss to the Magic, which was Milwaukee’s second game in as many nights. Their returns will likely push Jericho Sims and AJ Green to the bench, where neither player has offered reliable fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Point Guard • #
5 days ago
Porter will miss a fourth straight game with right knee synovitis, meaning that Ryan Rollins will continue to run the show. KPJ’s absence has raised Rollins’ fantasy ceiling, but he’s shooting just 35 percent from the field in March.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Shooting Guard • #24
5 days ago
Thomas had a nice game with 17 points and six assists in 20 minutes off the bench against the Magic on Sunday. Still, the 24-year-old shooting guard’s scoring has been sporadic since he was acquired by the Bucks. Thomas has scored at least 10 points in just three of his last eight games after a hot start with his new team. More consistent minutes would go a long way towards helping him regain value.
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
5 days ago
Portis played 28 minutes with the Bucks losing by 39. The 31-year-old power forward had a nice game with 18 points and 10 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to keep the Bucks within striking distance of the Magic. Portis was on fire from behind the three-point line making 4-of-5 attempts. He remains one of the most important bench players in the league. The Bucks have four games coming up in Week 20, starting with a matchup against the Suns on Tuesday.
MIL • Center and Power Forward • #00
6 days ago
The Bucks won’t have Giannis Antetokounmpo or Kyle Kuzma for Sunday’s game, which opens up two spots in the starting lineup. Green, who Kuzma replaced in the lineup for Saturday’s win over the Jazz, and Sims have been tabbed to start.
MIL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #18
6 days ago
Kuzma will not be available for Sunday’s game, joining Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) on the sidelines. Bobby Portis and Jericho Sims will have added importance, with one likely moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #18
6 days ago
Kuzma, who returned to the starting lineup for Saturday’s win over the Jazz, played 29 minutes. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) already out, the Bucks could look to Jericho Sims to fill the void if Kuzma can’t play. While offensive production is limited, Sims’ rebounding is even more important given Myles Turner’s struggles in that area.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Point Guard • #
6 days ago
Porter will miss a third consecutive game as he continues to recover from right knee synovitis. Ryan Rollins has returned to the starting lineup and will remain there until KPJ is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report