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IND • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Furphy returned to action Saturday after a four-game absence, playing 23 minutes off the bench in a win over the Warriors. He’ll likely take on a similar workload against the Bucks, but that isn’t enough to make Furphy a streamable player, even with the Pacers’ many injuries.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Dennis has a lower back sprain, hence his inclusion on Monday’s injury report. If he’s unable to play, Taelon Peter will be in line to play more than the five minutes he logged in Saturday’s win over the Warriors. Queton Jackson, who was spectacular as the starting point guard against Golden State, is the player to target on waiver wires.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam’s ranked outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats, with low percentages being the culprit. Given his career production, one would assume that Spicy P will close in on his Yahoo! ADP (30) as the season progresses. He’s being asked to shoulder a heavy workload, but that will change somewhat once the Pacers get some of their injured rotation players back on the floor. Now would be a good time to see if you can “buy low” on Siakam, especially with the Pacers playing four games in Week 3.
IND • Guard-Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Not only did Nesmith notch a career-high point total, but this was also his third 30-point game. Given how poorly he’s shot the ball to begin the season, Nesmith getting untracked on Saturday was critical for the shorthanded Pacers. Shooting 34.6 percent from the field and 66.7 percent from the foul line, he’s ranked outside the top-200 in nine-cat formats. However, due to Indiana’s lack of available options, Nesmith needs to be rostered in deep leagues, even if that comes with the risk of him recording low percentages. The Pacers play four games during Week 3, starting with the Bucks on Monday.
IND • Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Due to the Pacers’ many injuries, players who would have been an afterthought receive legitimate opportunities to contribute. Jackson is one of them, with Saturday’s start being his second in as many nights. And he put on a show, recording his first double-double and notching a career-high point total. Jackson’s biggest shot was his last, as his bank shot with 5.2 seconds remaining extended Indiana’s lead to five. The Pacers play four games during Week 3, and Jackson is worth adding in deep leagues due to the injuries.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
about 1 month ago
Randle eclipsed 30 points for the third time in six games, continuing to shoulder an expanded scoring role with Anthony Edwards sidelined by a hamstring injury. He led Minnesota’s offense with 15 points in each half to help them pull away in the third quarter for a comfortable win in their first game since Wednesday’s loss to the Lakers.
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
about 1 month ago
Reid bounced back from a rough shooting night earlier in the week against the Lakers, when he went just 2-of-10 from the field and 1-of-5 from distance. The 26-year-old big man has seen an expanded role early in the season with superstar Anthony Edwards sidelined by a hamstring injury finishing in double figures three times in six contests to open the year.
MIN • Center • #27
about 1 month ago
Gobert did most of his damage down the home stretch as he took advantage of Charlotte’s lack of an interior presence outside of rookie center Ryan Kalkbrenner, recording his second double-double of the season. He’s unlikely to add much from a scoring standpoint, but he’s a reliable rebounder and is averaging nearly two blocks per-game this season. The five assists were certainly a nice bonus in this one.
IND • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Walker exited Saturday’s game briefly due to a sore left foot. The good news is that he wasn’t out for long, checking back into the contest late in the second quarter. Given the Pacers’ many injuries, Walker is worth rostering as long as he remains in the starting lineup.
Source: Alex Golden
IND • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Another injury is the last thing the Pacers needed. Walker exited Saturday’s game with a sore left foot and is questionable to return. Having Johnny Furphy back in the rotation will help account for his absence, as will Jeremiah Robinson-Earl. If Walker has to miss time, Furphy would be worth targeting in deep leagues.
Source: Jeremiah Johnson
IND • • #
about 1 month ago
After a two-game absence, Peter played eight minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Hawks. His playing time may increase, but not to the point where he has to be rostered in redraft leagues. Leave Peter on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Furphy is available after missing four games with a bone bruise in his left foot. He isn’t under a minutes restriction, and there will be an opportunity for Furphy to achieve fantasy relevance due to the Pacers’ many injuries. Jarace Walker remains the superior fantasy target, but keep an eye on Furphy.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
MIN • Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Clark missed the last two games with a strained left calf. The 24-year-old shooting guard’s primary utility is that he helps the Timberwolves on the defensive end. Clark isn’t worth adding in fantasy basketball.
IND • • #
about 1 month ago
Peter came off the bench and played eight minutes against the Hawks on Friday. He had three points, two rebounds and no assists. Even with the Pacers missing players up and down the roster, Peter is only in the rotation out of necessity and isn’t fantasy-relevant at this point.
IND • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Furphy missed the last four games with a bone bruise in his left foot, but is likely to return Saturday against the Warriors given his probable injury designation. The 20-year-old shooting guard isn’t fantasy-relevant at this point in his career, but should see decent rotation minutes with the Pacers missing many players due to injury.
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
No surprise here as Nembhard, one of the many injured Pacers, only recently progressed to on-court work. Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker are worth considering on the waiver wire with the Pacers shorthanded again on Saturday against the Warriors.
IND • F • #50
about 1 month ago
Robinson-Earl was waived by the Mavericks in October after signing a training camp deal in the offseason. The Pacers interest likely has more to do with their injury situation than anything Robinson-Earl has done recently. He could get some run with the Pacers missing half of their players, but would be facing an uphill battle for minutes once Indiana gets healthy.
Source: Shams Charania
IND • Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
After missing Indiana’s first two games due to a hamstring injury suffered during the preseason, Jackson was ramped up gradually ahead of Friday’s game. While he did start, Jackson only played 22 minutes. However, the production was encouraging, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues until Andrew Nembhard or T.J. McConnell is cleared to return. Ben Sheppard, who was in the starting lineup, played 29 minutes off the bench and finished with four points (2-of-9 FGs), seven rebounds and one assist. He’s no longer worth the streaming risk in redraft leagues.
IND • Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Unsurprisingly, Siakam once again led the Pacers in scoring. However, his efficiency was lacking, as he shot 33.3 percent from the field and 60 percent from the foul line. Also, Siakam did not record any defensive stats, which was somewhat surprising given that he was averaging 1.5 steals per game entering Friday. Siakam will be fine, but it’s fair for some to be concerned about the workload he’s had to shoulder due to the Pacers’ many injuries.
IND • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Two days removed from scoring 20 points in a loss to the Mavericks, Walker pumped in 17 more against the Hawks on Friday. While the circumstances are suboptimal, the third-year forward is in a spot where he can provide consistent fantasy value. Before Friday’s game, the Pacers announced that Obi Toppin (foot) will be out until February, joining the team’s lengthy injury list. Walker’s only rostered in 13 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is too low given the current state of Indiana’s roster. Add him before the Pacers host the Warriors on Saturday.
IND • Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
After starting Ben Sheppard for the last few games, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has decided to go with Quenton Jackson, a legitimate point guard. Under normal circumstances, he would not be a must-stream player. However, given the Pacers’ many injuries, Jackson is worth a roll of the dice in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • • #
about 1 month ago
Peter is available after missing two games with a strained right groin. While he was in the rotation before the injury, out of necessity due to Indiana’s many injuries, Peter did not significantly impact fantasy basketball. That will likely remain the case on Friday.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Furphy, who was initially questionable for Friday’s game, will miss a fourth straight contest due to a bone bruise in his left foot. Taelon Peter’s return from a groin injury will give the Pacers a little more depth on the perimeter, but he isn’t worth the risk in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Already sidelined by a hamstring injury that was expected to keep him out for at least a month, Toppin will miss more time due to the need for foot surgery. A screw will be placed in his foot to aid recovery, and the forward isn’t expected back until February 1 at the earliest. Given the timeline, those with Toppin stashed in an IL+ slot should move on. Jarace Walker is the Pacers player worth seeking on the waiver wire.
Source: Alex Golden
MIN • Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Clark has missed Minnesota’s last two games with a strained left calf. While he doesn’t provide much value on the offensive end of the floor, he is one of the Timberwolves’ top defenders. Once available, Clark will impact the Timberwolves more than fantasy basketball.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
IND • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Furphy missed Indiana’s last three games with a bone bruise in his left foot, while Peter missed the previous two with a strained right groin. While neither player had much of an impact on fantasy basketball when healthy, they’ll play rotation minutes once cleared due to the Pacers’ lengthy injury report.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Randle’s clutch, driving layup gave the Timberwolves a one-point lead with 10 seconds left in regulation, but the Lakers answered with an Austin Reaves game-winning floater. Still, the 30-year-old power forward continues to have big scoring nights while Anthony Edwards (hamstring) is sidelined. Randle has at least 30 points in two of his last three games. As long as Edwards is out, he’s a threat to score 30 points on a nightly basis.
IND • Guard-Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Given the Pacers’ many injuries, Nesmith has every opportunity to take on an expanded offensive role. Unfortunately, he had a brutal night in Dallas. Nesmith shot 1-of-9 from three, with his last attempt coming off an intentionally missed free throw in the final seconds that would have won the game. Like most of his other shots, Nesmith’s final effort missed the mark. However, while Wednesday’s performance was discouraging, the current state of Indiana’s roster makes it worthwhile to hold onto Nesmith in deep leagues. Especially with the Pacers ending Week 2 with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back.
IND • Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
Dennis was not in the starting lineup on Wednesday, but he was among the Pacers’ finishers. The two-way contract guard shot 4-of-7 from beyond the arc, providing the Pacers with much-needed production off the bench. Starter Ben Sheppard (4/8/2 in 25 minutes) shot 1-of-7 from the field, and he isn’t much of a point guard. Dennis will have value if the Pacers remain severely shorthanded, but not to the point where he needs to be rostered in standard leagues.
IND • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
While he shot a respectable 4-of-10 from beyond the arc, Walker’s inability to finish in the paint torpedoed his overall field-goal percentage. Shooting 1-of-9 on two-pointers, the third-year forward was 0-of-7 in the paint. The good news for those who streamed Walker out of necessity was that his overall stat line justified that decision. The Pacers end the week with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back, so hold onto Walker if you have him.
IND • Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
With Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) unavailable, it was known before the season began that the Pacers would need even more production from Siakam than they’ve received in the past. Through four games, he’s averaging a double-double for the first time in his NBA career with solid assists and defensive production. The lone issue for Siakam thus far has been the foul line, as he’s making just 55.3 percent of his attempts. However, punt that category and he’s providing top-15 fantasy value. The Pacers end Week 2 with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back against the Hawks and Warriors.
IND • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Due to injuries, the Pacers will roll out their fourth different starting lineup in as many games. Walker is the newcomer on Wednesday, bumping Jay Huff to the bench. Walker is worth streaming in this spot, as the Pacers are without eight players due to injury.
Source: Scott Agness
IND • • #
about 2 months ago
Peter was initially listed as doubtful for Wednesday’s game, so his not playing is unsurprising. The Pacers will be without eight players and are especially depleted in the backcourt. Ben Sheppard and RayJ Dennis will likely play heavy minutes, while Mac McClung may be inserted into the rotation. Of the three, Sheppard is the player managers should target for streaming.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
MIN • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Clark will miss a second straight game with a calf injury. While his absence does not significantly impact fantasy basketball, it could be an issue for the Timberwolves, who have struggled defensively recently. Not having one of their best defenders available can be problematic, even if the Lakers are without Luka Dončić and LeBron James.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
IND • • #
about 2 months ago
Injured during Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies, Peter did not play the following night against Minnesota and is likely to remain out on Wednesday. Due to the Pacers’ many injuries, RayJ Dennis will play rotation minutes. However, he’s unlikely to do enough to merit being streamed. Fantasy managers should target Ben Sheppard and even Jarace Walker on their league’s waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Wednesday’s game will be the third that Furphy has missed with a sore left foot. While he did not impact fantasy basketball in his lone appearance of the season, rotation minutes would have been available due to the Pacers’ many injuries.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Clark was a late scratch for Monday’s loss to the Nuggets, and Minnesota missed his defensive ability. Rob Dillingham and Bones Hyland picked up additional minutes, but neither defends as well as Clark. And Minnesota can use Clark in the rotation with Lakers guard Austin Reaves having scored 92 points over his last two games.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
To begin the season, the Pacers have been besieged by injuries, with Nembhard among the many players currently sidelined. According to Carlisle, while he has progressed to doing some on-court work, the point guard is not ready for game action. Indiana recently signed Mac McClung to a contract, but Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker are the players to target on the waiver wire, even if neither is a point guard.
Source: Indianapolis Star
MIN • Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
McDaniels was aggressive on the offensive end in Minnesota’s first game of the season without Anthony Edwards (hamstring). The versatile forward led all Timberwolves players in shot attempts and was the only one to tally double-digit makes. He was efficient from the floor and, unsurprisingly, made an impact on the defensive end as a shot blocker. McDaniels didn’t get involved much on the glass or as a passer, but if he can stay consistent as a scorer during Edwards’s absence, he’ll provide an undermanned Timberwolves squad with a needed scoring boost.
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
On the heels of a 16-point, 12-rebound double-double against the Pacers, Reid turned in another strong performance off the bench on Monday. Against the Nuggets, he was one of two Minnesota players to drain multiple three-pointers, tied a team high in rebounds, and finished as one of the Timberwolves’ top three scorers on the evening. With Anthony Edwards out of the lineup for the time being, Reid’s scoring could be of big necessity for this team. Fantasy managers could expect continued productive performances from Reid moving forward.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
about 2 months ago
On the second night of a back-to-back, Randle provided the Timberwolves with efficient scoring, decent rebounding, and activity on the defensive end of the floor. His biggest impact on the offensive end came in an 11-point second quarter, helping the Timberwolves outscore the Nuggets by 12 to take an eight-point lead into halftime. Randle was quiet in the third frame but closed the game with seven points in the final quarter to put him past the 20-point mark for the third time this season. He’ll likely be leaned on even more as a scorer during this stretch in which Anthony Edwards is sidelined with a hamstring injury.
MIN • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Clark wasn’t on the injury report, but he has been ruled out shortly before tipoff. With Mike Conley starting, Rob Dillingham and Bones Hyland will occupy the backup point guard minutes.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
With Anthony Edwards (hamstring) set to miss two weeks, Conley will get the first nod as a starter in his place. Conley has struggled this season, but this could be a good opportunity to get back on track. Jaylen Clark, Terrence Shannon Jr. and Bones Hyland should take on extra reserve minutes in Edwards’ absence.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
MIN • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Dillingham played one minute in Friday’s loss to the Lakers, only to exit after fracturing his nose. After sitting out Sunday’s win over the Pacers, he’s available to return. With Anthony Edwards (hamstring) out, additional minutes may be available, but Dillingham is not a must-stream player in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards injured his right hamstring during the first quarter of Sunday’s win over the Pacers. According to Charania, the guard has been diagnosed with a strained hamstring and will miss two weeks. Based on the timeline, Edwards will miss at least seven games, which doesn’t factor in a ramp-up period. Mike Conley could be the replacement in the starting lineup, but fantasy managers should also plan on Terrence Shannon Jr. taking on a more prominent role within the rotation. Regarding usage, Julius Randle moves to the top of the offensive “food chain,” and Jaden McDaniels may also be in for a boost.
Source: Shams Charania
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid was 4-for-13 with 11 points in the first two games of the season. The 26-year-old center bounced back against the Pacers on Sunday with a stronger offensive workload. His three-point shot is still off with Reid shooting 2-for-9 from behind the arc this season. Despite those struggles, he’s had three-point field goal percentages of 37.9 and 41.4 over the last two seasons. Reid should be in line for more consistent scoring once he starts making more threes again.
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
While the rebounding between the two teams overall was about even, the Pacers’ skeleton crew of 10 active players were no match for Gobert on the boards. The 33-year-old center’s 19 rebounds included four offensive rebounds against Indiana’s frontline. Gobert didn’t contribute much else for fantasy purposes besides two blocks, but being a big plus in the rebound category will help absorb the poor free-throw shooting.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Randle stepped up with Anthony Edwards (hamstring) leaving the game after three minutes. The 30-year-old power forward had his fourth game with at least 30 points since joining the Timberwolves before last season. Randle would be in line for more games like this if Edwards’ injury turns out to be significant, but his varied skillset offers fantasy managers multi-category goodness anyway.
MIN • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards is dealing with right hamstring tightness. The 24-year-old shooting guard came up holding his right hamstring in the first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Pacers. Edwards headed to the locker room and was ruled out. He played just three minutes in the contest. While the severity of the injury is unclear at this time, any injury to a player of Edwards’ stature is of concern for fantasy managers.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, Dillingham is out after breaking his nose during Friday’s loss to the Lakers. His absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as the second-year guard has not been in the Timberwolves’ rotation to begin the season.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Dillingham didn’t see the floor in the season opener and then fractured his nose after playing just one minute on Friday. If he is available, he will likely be donning a face mask, but he won’t play a significant role.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
DiVincenzo made his second start at the point guard position on Friday and found greater individual success than in the season opener. He left his mark from beyond the arc against the Lakers en route to scoring in double figures for the first time this season. He also doubled his assists from opening night and picked up a pair of steals along the way. DiVincenzo’s production could increase if more reps at the position throughout the season prove valuable to his development.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Julius Randle was one of the brightest spots for Minnesota’s offense on Friday. Accurate shooting from deep and inside the three-point line helped lead the veteran forward to his first 20-point outing of the season, which allowed him to finish as the second-leading scorer on the team. Randle’s work on the glass was also impressive and nearly enough to secure a double-double, while his handful of dimes tied a team-best. Looking ahead, Randle should remain in his current role as a heavily featured starting forward — his production should be sustainable.
MIN • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Despite not putting up as jaw-dropping a performance as he did in the season-opener against the Trail Blazers, Edwards was still impressive in Friday’s loss to the Lakers. He was accurate with his shooting from the floor, continued to drain the three-point shot, and even had a way of impacting the game as a passer. His efforts didn’t lead to a victory, but a balanced performance overall should keep fantasy managers happy.
MIN • Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
McDaniels hit a three-pointer that put the Timberwolves ahead with 2:25 left in the fourth quarter. It was a clutch shot at that point in the game, though the Timberwolves would give up the lead only to get it back on a clutch shot by Anthony Edwards. It’s only one game, but McDaniels already looks like a steal as his preseason Yahoo! ADP was outside the top-100.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Anthony Edwards was said to be dealing with a back injury heading into this game, but he ultimately didn’t defer any of his typical usage as he led the team with 28 shot attempts. Randle would’ve figured to pick up some usage if Edwards was out. He played an efficient game to get his numbers in this one without the additional usage with 19 points on 13 shots and six assists with zero turnovers. Randle picked up right where he left off as a perfect fit with the Timberwolves in his first year with Minnesota.
MIN • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards was initially listed as questionable with back spasms, but ended up playing 39 minutes against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday. The 24-year-old shooting guard was the best player on the floor with a game-high 41 points. Edwards hit a three-pointer with 1:14 left that put the Timberwolves up for good, partially because he also hit a jumper with seven seconds left that iced the game. Typical superstar effort from Edwards that we’ve seen many times already in his young career.
MIN • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
A game-time decision for Wednesday’s season opener due to back spasms, Edwards is available and will occupy his usual place in the starting lineup. Donte DiVincenzo, Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert complete the Timberwolves’ starting five.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
The lineup decision means veteran Mike Conley will come off the bench, but according to Haynes, he will “remain a vital piece.” DiVincenzo’s fantasy value gets a boost with this announcement, and he’s still widely available on many waiver wires.
Source: Chris B. Haynes
MIN • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards is dealing with back spasms, hence his inclusion on the Timberwolves’ injury report. To say his potential absence is a big deal would be an understatement, as Ant-Man is Minnesota’s top offensive option and has top-10 fantasy potential. If he’s unable to play, more will be asked of Julius Randle offensively, and Donte DiVincenzo and Terrence Shannon Jr. would see their roles expand.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves