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MIA • Guard • #45
11 days ago
Mitchell dealt with a shoulder injury earlier this season, which forced him to miss time in late January. However, he’ll play through a contusion in this game, meaning he’ll occupy his typical spot in the starting unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Point Guard • #13
11 days ago
Rollins was moved to the bench on Monday, the first time that he hasn’t started a game since December 26. And he had a rough night, shooting 1-of-6 from two and 1-of-5 from beyond the arc. Given how well Rollins has played for most of this season, fantasy managers should not be too concerned about Monday’s stat line. The concern is the playing time, as the 24 minutes were the fewest for Rollins since that December 26 loss to the Grizzlies.
MIL • Center and Power Forward • #13
11 days ago
Dieng was inserted into the Bucks’ starting lineup on Monday, the second start that he’s made since being acquired at the February trade deadline. While the final stat line was decent, Dieng did not do enough to affect fantasy basketball truly. With Dieng starting and Giannis Antetokounmpo returning from a calf strain, there was no room in the rotation for Kyle Kuzma. Monday’s game was the first this season that Kuzma has not appeared in despite being active.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
11 days ago
Having missed five weeks with a strained right calf, the second time this season that he’s suffered that injury, Antetokounmpo was under a minutes limit on Monday. He played 25 minutes against the Celtics, and the fact that the game was a blowout also factored into Giannis’ playing time. The Bucks were above .500 without their best player, but the team’s chemistry appeared off on Monday, an unsurprising development due to the lack of practice time. Antetokounmpo will look to bounce back on Wednesday against the Hawks.
MIL • Center and Power Forward • #13
11 days ago
The big news for Milwaukee is that Giannis is back in the lineup after missing over a month with a strained calf. His return means that Kyle Kuzma will head to the bench. The other change to the lineup is Dieng, who replaces Ryan Rollins.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
12 days ago
Giannis is good to go for Monday’s game, which will be his first since January 23. During his pregame availability, Bucks head coach Doc Rivers said that he expects the former league MVP to be under a minutes restriction, but did not provide an exact number. Giannis’s return means that Kyle Kuzma will come off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
12 days ago
Mitchell missed six games in late January with a sprained left shoulder and is now dealing with a contusion to the same shoulder. If he’s unable to play on Tuesday, the Heat will likely turn to Kasparas Jakučionis to fill the void.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
12 days ago
Giannis last played on January 23, so he’ll surely face a minutes restriction in his first game back in over a month. Antetokounmpo’s return should mean less run for Kyle Kuzma and Bobby Portis, but managers rostering Kuz or Portis shouldn’t drop them immediately.
Source: Shams Charania
MIL • Point Guard • #13
13 days ago
Rollins provided solid value in the rebound and assist categories, continuing to be a solid option for category league managers. The Bucks’ guard continues to hover around the top-50, providing slightly greater value in eight-cat leagues than nine-cat. When Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) returns is unknown, but Rollins’ fantasy value should be fine regardless of what happens with the former league MVP.
MIL • Shooting Guard • #24
13 days ago
Thomas’ point output was solid, but most of his damage was done at the foul line. The Bucks guard made eight of his ten free throws, but he shot just 2-of-7 from inside the arc. Thomas’ three assists were the most in a game for him since joining the Bucks; he clearly understands his strengths, it’s just a matter of how accurately Cam shoots the basketball.
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
13 days ago
Portis shot the ball reasonably well on Sunday, but that was the lone positive for him and the Bucks. Milwaukee was on the wrong end of a 27-0 run that spanned the third and fourth quarters, going from leading by as much as 16 to getting run out of the United Center. Portis has a higher fantasy ceiling despite coming off the bench due to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s calf strain. The Bucks open a four-game Week 19 on Monday against the Celtics.
MIL • Small Forward and Power Forward • #
13 days ago
Added to the Bucks’ injury report late Sunday morning, Antetokounmpo is officially out. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as Thanasis is rarely in the Bucks’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Small Forward and Power Forward • #
13 days ago
A late addition to the Bucks’ injury report, Thanasis’s availability does not affect fantasy basketball. He is not a consistent rotation player, so there’s no reason to roster him in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
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.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
14 days ago
Antetokounmpo is not ready to return to action after suffering his second right calf strain of the season in late January. His continued absence means that Kyle Kuzma will stay in the starting lineup, raising his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Point Guard • #13
14 days ago
The good news for fantasy managers is that Rollins made more than half of his shot attempts. However, he recorded more turnovers (five) than assists (four), with backcourt partner Kevin Porter Jr. (11/6/10/1/1 with one three-pointer) being far more efficient as a playmaker. However, even with Friday’s performance, Rollins has been an excellent fantasy option over the past month as the Bucks continue to play without Giannis Antetokounmpo.
MIL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #18
14 days ago
Kuzma has scored at least 17 points in three consecutive games, with Friday’s being the first in which he shot over 50 percent from the field. While he remains an uninspiring option for managers in category leagues, Kuzma is worth a look in points leagues as long as the Bucks are without Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Bucks play their final game of Week 18 on Sunday against the Bulls, who have lost 11 straight. That could be a good matchup for Kuzma.
MIL • Center • #33
14 days ago
Turner had a solid night shooting the basketball, making four of his seven three-point attempts, but most of his damage was done during the first half. The Bucks’ center scored 18 of his 19 points before halftime, and he offered minimal value outside of points and three-pointers. While Turner played more minutes than backup Jericho Sims (2/4/1 in 23 minutes) on Friday, his lackluster production remains a concern for fantasy managers.
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
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.
MIL • Center • #33
16 days ago
Bucks head coach Doc Rivers had some interesting comments before Wednesday’s game, saying that Turner was not under a minutes restriction in his first games back from a calf strain. He played 24 minutes against the shorthanded Cavaliers, while Jericho Sims (11 points, 11 rebounds and two assists) played 29 off the bench. Rebounding may have had more to do with the minutes split than Turner’s recent calf strain, as Sims offers more production in that area. There’s no need to add Sims yet, and those who have Turner rostered are likely stuck at this point in the season. But this is a situation that merits watching.
Source: Jim Owczarski
MIL • Point Guard • #13
16 days ago
Milwaukee’s starting backcourt of Rollins and Kevin Porter Jr. was excellent in the team’s home wins over Miami and Cleveland to begin Week 18. Rollins’ nine assists on Wednesday were the most in a game for him since February 3, when he recorded ten in a win over the Bulls. And over the past month, Rollins has provided second-round per-game value in eight-cat formats. He should be rostered in more than 65 percent of Yahoo! leagues, especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) still out.
MIL • Point Guard • #
16 days ago
After dropping 32 points and a robust stat line in Tuesday’s win over the Heat, Porter produced another excellent performance in Wednesday’s win over Cleveland. Over the past month, the Bucks’ guard has been a top-5 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. Rostered in 77 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Porter should be picked up in any shallow league where he remains available.
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.
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
17 days ago
Portis entered Tuesday’s game in a bit of a slump from beyond the arc, shooting 4-of-13 over his prior four games. He was a lot better against the Heat, shooting 5-of-10 on the night and contributing 21 points off the bench. Fantasy managers would have hoped to get more from Portis in the rebounding category, but he’s usually been solid in that area. The Bucks will need a similar performance from him on Wednesday when they host the surging Cavaliers.
MIL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #18
17 days ago
Kuzma got off to a good start on Tuesday, shooting 4-of-7 from the field. Unfortunately for those who have him rostered, the Bucks’ forward cooled off after halftime, and there was also a trip to the locker room with an unspecified injury. Kuzma played 25 minutes, with Bobby Portis scoring 21 points and Ousmane Dieng (11/6/1/2 with three three-pointers) having a good night off the bench. Kuzma’s fantasy value hasn’t been great, but his status as a starter makes him a player worth holding onto in deep leagues.
MIL • Point Guard • #13
17 days ago
Rollins had an excellent fourth quarter, shooting 3-of-4 from the field and recording three assists as the Bucks outscored Miami by a 39-24 margin. The partnership between him and Kevin Porter Jr. has been excellent for fantasy managers since the latter returned to the lineup on February 4. Since that date, Rollins has been a top-25 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. Rollins is rostered in 64 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is too low, especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) still out.
MIL • Point Guard • #
17 days ago
After recording an efficient double-double in Sunday’s loss to the Raptors, Porter produced another excellent stat line on Tuesday. He matched his season-high with 32 points, having recorded his last 30-point game in a December 6 loss to the Pistons. Add in the rebounds, assists and “stocks,” with KPJ also producing excellent percentages, and this was an excellent night to have him rostered. The Bucks, who remain without Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), play three more games in Week 18, starting with the Cavaliers on Wednesday.
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
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
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
MIL • Center • #33
20 days ago
Turner was back in the Bucks’ lineup after a two-game absence due to a strained calf. While no official number was provided beforehand, Turner played 25 minutes against the Raptors. He shot the ball well, but the overall stat line was a bit lean. Jericho Sims (four points, seven rebounds, two assists and one block) moved to the bench, logging 25 minutes. He isn’t a player who should be held onto in most leagues, but Sims will have opportunities as long as Turner’s playing time is restricted.
MIL • Point Guard • #13
20 days ago
Rollins didn’t have the best game shooting the basketball, but he did record a complete stat line on Sunday. The Bucks guard continues to provide excellent fantasy value, threatening the top-50 in nine-cat formats while cracking that threshold in eight-cat. Like Kevin Porter Jr., Rollins will continue to benefit from increased usage as long as the Bucks are without Giannis Antetokounmpo.
MIL • Point Guard • #
20 days ago
While the Bucks’ poor play in the second and third quarters did them in on Sunday, Porter’s performance was excellent as far as fantasy basketball is concerned. He was efficient as a scorer and playmaker, committing one turnover while recording his eighth double-double of the season. As long as Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is out, Porter will boast a higher fantasy ceiling. Milwaukee plays four games in Week 18, starting with the Heat on Tuesday.
MIL • Center • #33
20 days ago
Turner is back after missing two games with a strained calf and is in the starting lineup. Due to his return, Jericho Sims has been bumped to the bench, where he’s unlikely to provide the production needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIL • Center • #33
20 days ago
Turner missed the Bucks’ final game before the All-Star break and then their first game after it. Jericho Sims should head back to the bench after starting against the Pelicans on Friday.
Source: Eric Nehm
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.
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
MIL • Center • #33
21 days ago
Turner has been dealing with a calf injury since before the All-Star break. The injury has lingered and cost the 29-year-old center Friday’s game against the Pelicans already. Turner’s status is up in the air, though he has a chance to return Sunday given his questionable listing. Ousmane Dieng would start for Turner if he’s out again and is worth streaming under those circumstances.
MIL • Point Guard • #
21 days ago
Porter Jr. was one of three Milwaukee backcourt members to thrive against the Pelicans on Friday. He finished with at least 25 points, as did the other two Bucks guards, and he also led the team in assists. The veteran point guard has dished out at least seven assists in seven consecutive games, and could realistically extend his streak to eight against the Raptors on Sunday. He’s produced some good numbers since returning from early-season injury.
MIL • Point Guard • #13
21 days ago
Rollins had tremendous production against the Pelicans, playing stellar basketball on both ends of the floor. On offense, he set a season-high in three-pointers en route to tying a team-high in points, but was also one of Milwaukee’s best playmakers on the evening. Defensively, the six stocks he produced made his overall performance stand out even more from a fantasy perspective. He had a dominant two-way performance on Friday and will have a chance for another on Sunday against the Raptors.