Derik Queen finished Wednesday’s loss to the Heat with 12 points (4-of-8 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, one block and one three-pointer.

Queen finished Wednesday’s defeat with a modest stat line, but he did play 31 minutes. Given where the Pelicans are in the standings going into the All-Star break, it would be unsurprising if the rookie played even more once the team returns to play. Rostered in 51 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Queen goes into the All-Star break having been a seventh-round player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks.

Jeremiah Fears accumulated 13 points (6-of-19 FGs), 11 rebounds, eight assists, two steals and one three-pointer in Wednesday’s loss to the Heat.

Fears didn’t shoot the ball well, but he was efficient as a playmaker in Wednesday’s defeat. In addition to the eight assists, the rookie guard committed just one turnover in 31 minutes off the bench. It remains to be seen how Dejounte Murray’s eventual return will affect Fears’ playing time, but that may not be a concern. In addition to Murray’s likely minutes restriction whenever he’s cleared, the Pelicans lost Trey Murphy to a shoulder injury during Wednesday’s game. The Pelicans don’t have an incentive to tank, but giving their younger players as many minutes as they can handle after the All-Star break makes sense.

Zion Williamson accounted for 25 points (12-of-19 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), four rebounds and three assists in Wednesday’s loss to the Heat.

Williamson has scored 18 points or more in four straight games, shooting 45 percent or better from the field in each. While the lack of defensive production may be a point of frustration for some category league managers, the good news is that he hasn’t missed a game since December 11. And over the past two months, Williamson has provided top-50 value for managers punting free-throw percentage, according to Basketball Monster. The Pelicans complete their Week 17 with two games after the All-Star break, starting with Milwaukee on February 20.

Anthony Edwards finished Wednesday’s win over the Trail Blazers with 14 points (5-of-10 FGs), four rebounds, two assists, two steals, one block and four three-pointers.

Due to an illness, Edwards was initially questionable for Wednesday’s game. That may have factored into his attempting just ten shots, but he still made half of them. That included a 4-of-6 night from beyond the arc and a complete stat line. So, all wasn’t lost for those who had Edwards on their fantasy rosters. After the All-Star break, the Timberwolves play two more games to conclude Week 17.

Jaden McDaniels amassed 21 points (7-of-13 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, six assists, two steals, two blocks and two three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Trail Blazers.

After totaling eight points in the Timberwolves’ final two games of Week 16, losses to the Pelicans and Clippers, McDaniels has gotten back on track. He’s totaled 39 points in Minnesota’s first two games of Week 17, recording complete stat lines in both. And McDaniels has been a menace defensively, totaling three steals and six blocked shots. Despite providing top-75 fantasy value, he’s still rostered in 46 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which may be a bit low.

Julius Randle accumulated 41 points (14-of-24 FGs, 10-of-11 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Trail Blazers.

One game removed from dropping his third triple-double of the season, Randle exploded for a season-high 41 points. The Timberwolves forward was at his best in the fourth quarter, scoring 23 points before being subbed out. That’s an impressive way for Randle to go into the All-Star break, after which the Timberwolves will play two more games to complete Week 17.

Trey Murphy (shoulder) will not return to Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Murphy’s early exit with right shoulder soreness is concerning. His 2024-25 season ended early due to a torn labrum in his right shoulder, and now he’s dealing with an issue in the same area. Alarms shouldn’t be raised yet, but this is a situation worth monitoring, especially in a lost season for New Orleans. Jeremiah Fears should return to the starting unit if Murphy misses more than just the end of this game.

Yves Missi (calf) has been ruled out against the Heat on Wednesday.

Missi was a very late addition to the injury report, so it isn’t surprising that he won’t suit up against Miami. Karlo Matkovic and Kevon Looney should fill out the backup center minutes behind Derik Queen.

Yves Missi (calf) is questionable to play against the Heat on Wednesday.

Missi has been added to the injury report less than half an hour before the starting tip. It would be surprising if they added him this close to the start of the game just for him to play, so it will likely be Karlo Matkovic and Kevon Looney filling out the reserve center minutes.

Naz Reid and Mouhamed Gueye were each fined $35,000 for their roles in an on-court altercation in Monday’s game.

Reid and Gueye got into it early in the fourth quarter of Monday’s game. Both players were ejected after some shoving. While neither player was suspended, both were fined $35,000 for their actions.

Anthony Edwards (illness) was downgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Edwards woke up with an illness and subsequently popped up on the injury report as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Trail Blazers. The 24-year-old shooting guard will have the afternoon to recover in time for the game. Bones Hyland would be a streaming option is Edwards is ultimately ruled out on Wednesday.

Micah Peavy (toe) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Peavy, who’s dealing with a sprained right great toe, has reached double digits in minutes once in his last five appearances. The rookie’s potential absence does not affect fantasy basketball.

Ayo Dosunmu provided a boost off the bench with 21 points (9-of-13 FGs), one rebound, three assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers on Monday against the Hawks.

Dosunmu scored 11 points in his debut for Minnesota on Sunday, and 24 hours after, he was able to showcase why he’ll make a big difference for the Timberwolves this season. He’s an excellent depth guard, especially on the defensive end, but it was the offensive impact in this game that was impressive. Dosunmu should be the primary guard option off the bench, which should lead to some decent production for fantasy managers, though his upside will be capped as a reserve.

Julius Randle recorded a triple-double on Monday with 18 points (8-of-14 FGs), 12 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers against the Hawks.

For the third time this season, and the first time since early November, Randle was able to record a triple-double. Minnesota is now 3-0 in those games. Randle has been fantastic all season, though he has had a few subpar performances recently. That didn’t hold true in this one, and he even contributed on the defensive end by snapping a four-game streak without a steal. Randle will look to carry this into Wednesday’s matchup with the Trail Blazers.

Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 30 points (11-of-21 FGs), six rebounds, six assists, two steals, one block and four three-pointers in a 138-116 win over the Hawks on Monday.

After being held to 23 points in Minnesota’s last game, Edwards was able to get back on track by scoring 30 points for the fifth time in his last six games. He has enjoyed the best scoring season of his career. It isn’t often that teams are able to slow him down, and it certainly doesn’t happen in two consecutive games. They’ll host Portland on Wednesday in what will be their final game before the All-Star break; Edwards scored 41 points the last time they played the Trail Blazers, which was in the season opener.

Zion Williamson finished Monday’s win over the Kings with 18 points (7-of-11 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, six assists and one steal.

Williamson recorded a modest stat line on Monday, but the rebounds, assists and percentages were especially valuable to category league managers. Over the past two weeks, the Pelicans’ forward has offered seventh-round per-game value in eight-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Williamson and the Pelicans will look to go into the All-Star break on a high note when they host the Heat on Wednesday.

Jeremiah Fears accounted for 20 points (8-of-14 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, three assists, two steals, two blocks and two three-pointers in Monday’s win over the Kings.

While Fears’ final stat line was boosted by a fourth quarter in which he tallied ten points on 4-of-4 shooting, the rookie was solid throughout. He shot the ball efficiently, and the four “stocks” were the most in a game for Fears since a January 27 loss to the Thunder. As noteworthy as Monday’s production is, he’s played 28 and 30 minutes in the Pelicans’ last two games. Dejounte Murray’s eventual return from a ruptured Achilles is a concern for fantasy managers, but Fears should remain in the rotation.

Trey Murphy accumulated 21 points (8-of-15 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), two rebounds, seven assists, one steal and five three-pointers in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Murphy has been on a roll in February, providing top-5 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past week. In addition to knocking down five three-pointers, he recorded a team-high seven assists on Monday. With the Pelicans trading their first-round pick to move up for Derik Queen in last summer’s draft, they won’t gain much from tanking. That should bode well for those who have Murphy rostered. The Pelicans host Miami in their final game before the All-Star break on Wednesday.

Naz Reid was ejected from Monday’s game against the Hawks with 11:30 remaining in the fourth quarter.

Reid and Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye got into an altercation early in the fourth quarter, as the latter pushed the former to set things off. Both players were ejected for their actions. Reid finished with seven points, six rebounds, two assists, two steals and one blocked shot in 21 minutes.

Ayo Dosunmu amassed 11 points (4-of-11 FGs), one rebound, one assist, two steals and three three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers.

As expected, Dosunmu was part of the Timberwolves’ bench rotation in his first appearance on Sunday. And his 25 minutes led the Timberwolves reserves, one more than Naz Reid. Things could change somewhat once the Timberwolves re-sign Mike Conley, but Ayo should not struggle for playing time. Unfortunately, not much has changed regarding his fantasy value. While Dosunmu is worth rostering in 14-team leagues, his value in 12-team leagues is low unless his team is shorthanded on the perimeter.

Julius Randle accounted for 17 points (6-of-15 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers.

Even with his modest output on Sunday, Randle continues to provide fantasy managers with excellent value. Over the past two weeks, he has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats, slightly lower than his season-long production. Randle will look to get his Week 17 off to a good start on Monday against the Hawks, the first of four games the Timberwolves will play.

Anthony Edwards finished Sunday’s loss to the Clippers with 23 points (7-of-18 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), four rebounds, two assists, two steals and one three-pointer.

Edwards and the Timberwolves were unable to bounce back from Friday’s disappointing loss to the Pelicans, as Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers grabbed control early and never let go. Ant-Man’s final stat line was decent, but not at the level that many fantasy managers expect of him. His streak of games with at least 30 points ended at four, and Edwards will look to start a new one on Monday against the Hawks. The Timberwolves play four games in Week 17, two on each side of the All-Star break.

Dejounte Murray (Achilles) was a limited participant in Sunday’s practice.

Murray, who ruptured his right Achilles tendon last January, has yet to appear in a game this season. The ability to participate in Sunday’s practice, even in a limited capacity, is another step in the right direction for the Pelicans guard. Murray still does not have a timeline for return, so it’s difficult to guarantee that he’ll be able to have an impact during the fantasy playoff weeks in most leagues.

Julian Phillips (wrist) is available for Sunday’s game against the Clippers.

Phillips is good to go for his Timberwolves’ debut. However, he offered little fantasy value in Chicago, and that’s unlikely to change in Minnesota, at least in the short term.

Julian Phillips (wrist) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Clippers.

Phillips suffered a sprained right wrist before he was traded from Chicago to Minnesota. Due to the injury, his Timberwolves debut may be delayed a bit longer. Phillips did not play consistent rotation minutes in Chicago, and it’s unknown how he fits into Minnesota’s rotation. Leave him on the waiver wire.

Bones Hyland tallied 20 points (6-of-11 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), three rebounds, two assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Friday’s loss to the Pelicans.

While the Timberwolves await the expected return of Mike Conley and Ayo Dosunmu’s debut, Hyland has held down the fort as the first guard off the bench. For the first time this season, he’s recorded back-to-back 20-point games, doing so efficiently. In games against the Raptors and Pelicans, Hyland totaled 40 points on 14-of-23 shooting from the field. While he isn’t a must-stream player, Bones has a higher short-term ceiling because of Minnesota’s lack of perimeter depth.

Rudy Gobert recorded 12 points (5-of-12 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), 16 rebounds, two assists, three steals and two blocks in Friday’s loss to the Pelicans.

Gobert has hit double figures in rebounds in five consecutive games, with Friday’s effort being accompanied by five “stocks.” Even with the rebounds and defensive production, the 7-foot-1 center continues to hover just inside the top-100 in nine-cat formats. However, for those willing to punt free-throw percentage, Gobert has been among the best post players to have rostered in that particular build.

Julius Randle accounted for 24 points (9-of-18 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, seven assists and one block in Friday’s loss to the Pelicans.

While he shot the ball well overall, Randle missed all five of his three-point attempts. The good news for fantasy managers is that he hit a high percentage from inside the arc and provided solid value in the rebound and assist categories. Over the past two weeks, Randle has been a top-50 player, which aligns with his season-long value.

Anthony Edwards finished Friday’s loss to the Pelicans with 35 points (11-of-22 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, two blocks and five three-pointers.

Make it four consecutive games with at least 30 points for Edwards, who led all scorers with 35 in Friday’s defeat. As has been the case on multiple occasions this season, the Timberwolves’ offense grew stagnant in crunch time, and that was costly. Over the past two weeks, Edwards has been a first-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats, enhancing his season-long value. The Timberwolves end Week 16 on Sunday against the Clippers.

Derik Queen recorded 17 points (6-of-11 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and four three-pointers in Friday’s win over the Timberwolves.

After making no more than two three-pointers in any game this season, Queen got hot on Friday. The rookie made all four of his attempts, which is a season-high, as part of a solid overall line. Consistency has been an issue recently for Queen, but his role is such that fantasy managers should continue to stick with him. Rostered in 51 percent of Yahoo! leagues, managers in 12-team formats seeking silly season potential should strongly consider adding Queen if he’s on the waiver wire.

Trey Murphy tallied 26 points (9-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, one block and six three-pointers in Friday’s win over the Timberwolves.

After knocking down 12 three-pointers in Wednesday’s overtime loss to the Bucks, Murphy hit six more on Friday. While the Pelicans have struggled to string together wins outside of a five-game win streak in mid-December, Murphy’s production has been consistently excellent. In nine-cat formats, the forward has been a first-round player this season. Murphy and the Pelicans play four games in Week 17, with two on each side of the All-Star break.

Zion Williamson accounted for 29 points (11-of-13 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), four rebounds and one assist in Friday’s win over the Timberwolves.

Give Williamson credit for knowing where his bread is buttered as a scorer. The Pelicans forward did not register an official shot outside of the paint on Friday, and the result was his highest point total in nearly a month. Over the past two weeks, Williamson has been close to a top-75 player in eight-cat formats. The only negative for fantasy managers is that New Orleans is done for Week 16, with the team’s next game scheduled for Monday against the Kings.

Saddiq Bey finished Friday’s win over the Timberwolves with 30 points (10-of-21 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), nine rebounds, five assists, one steal and three three-pointers.

While his first season in New Orleans hasn’t been successful from a team wins standpoint, this has been the most productive year of Bey’s NBA career. He recorded his third 30-point game of the season on Friday, helping lead the Pelicans to an upset win in Minneapolis. Over the past three weeks, Bey has been a first-round player in 12-team leagues, according to Basketball Monster. He’s still rostered in 42 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is way too low, given Bey’s production.

Julius Randle (thumb) is available for Saturday’s game against the Pelicans.

Randle is good to go after initially being questionable for Friday’s game. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Timberwolves’ starting lineup.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that Mike Conley has re-signed with the Timberwolves.

Conley was dealt to the Bulls and Hornets ahead of the trade deadline, but Conley will stay put in Minnesota after getting waived by Charlotte. Conley wasn’t a viable fantasy option before the deadline, and that’s even more true now after the Wolves brought in Ayo Dosunmu to the backcourt.

Julius Randle (thumb) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Pelicans.

Randle has been dealing with a sore left thumb for a few games, but the injury has not forced him to the sidelines. Look for the Timberwolves’ forward to be available and taking on his usual responsibilities as Anthony Edwards’ sidekick.

Dalen Terry has been traded to the Pelicans.

Terry was traded from Chicago to New York late Wednesday night and has been moved again about 12 hours later. New Orleans could have a place for him in the rotation, especially if they shift towards a true tank, even if they don’t have their first-round pick. Terry could hold some value during silly season, but he shouldn’t be rostered at this point.

Julian Phillips has been traded to the Timberwolves.

Phillips entered the league as a defensive prospect, but that never led to consistent minutes in Chicago. He’ll likely be in a similar situation in Minnesota as a depth piece, which won’t lead to much production in the box score. This isn’t a situation where Phillips will benefit from a change of scenery.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports Ayo Dosunmu has been traded to the Timberwolves.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports Ayo Dosunmu and Julian Phillips have been traded to the Timberwolves in exchange for Rob Dillingham and Leonard Miller.

Dosunmu spent the first 4.5 seasons of his career in his hometown of Chicago after playing three seasons at Illinois, so this will be quite the fresh start for him. Minnesota has lacked a reliable point guard this season, and they just traded Mike Conley this week. Dosunmu may not start, but he should be one of the primary options off the bench and spend a ton of time on the floor as a lead ball handler. With Dillingham included in the deal, Bones Hyland and Jaylen Clark will be the other point guards in Minnesota.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports Ayo Dosunmu and Julian Phillips have been traded to the Timberwolves in exchange for Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller and four second-round picks.

Dosunmu spent the first 4.5 seasons of his career in his hometown of Chicago after playing three seasons at Illinois, so this will be quite the fresh start for him. Minnesota has lacked a reliable point guard this season, and they just traded Mike Conley this week. Dosunmu may not start, but he should be one of the primary options off the bench and spend a ton of time on the floor as a lead ball handler. With Dillingham included in the deal, Bones Hyland and Jaylen Clark will be the other point guards in Minnesota.

Saddiq Bey had 22 points (7-of-13 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), three rebounds, two assists and four three-pointers in Wednesday’s OT loss to the Bucks.

Bey has now made four three-pointers in two of his last three games. The 26-year-old shooting guard has been on fire, providing first-round per game value over the last two weeks. This run ultimately won’t last for Bey, but fantasy managers have to enjoy it while it’s ongoing. The Pelicans have one more game in Week 16, coming up Friday against the Timberwolves on the road.

Zion Williamson had 20 points (5-of-11 FGs, 10-of-12 FTs), five rebounds, eight assists and two steals in Wednesday’s OT loss to the Bucks.

Williamson displayed his unique athleticism midway through the third quarter when he took the ball the length of the floor, made multiple defenders miss and finished with a dunk at the rim. The play was equally as impressive as the fact he was able to execute it so effortlessly. Zion has provided 10th-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pelicans have one more game left in Week 16, coming up Friday against the Timberwolves on the road.

Trey Murphy had 44 points (15-of-28 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, six assists, three steals and 12 three-pointers in Wednesday’s OT loss to the Bucks.

Murphy became just the eighth player in NBA history to make at least 12 three-pointers in a game in Wednesday’s OT loss to the Bucks. The 25-year-old small forward broke out of a mini-slump with 27 points Monday against the Hornets and completely went off with 44 points Wednesday against the Bucks. Unfortunately, neither performance was enough to get the Pelicans the win. Murphy has provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pelicans have one more game this week, coming Friday against the Timberwolves.

Julius Randle had 17 points (7-of-18 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, four assists and one three-pointer in Wednesday’s win over the Raptors.

It’s no secret that Randle is dealing with a sore left thumb on his shooting hand. Now he’s shot below 40 percent from the field in three of his last four games. Maybe the two are unrelated, but his status is certainly worth monitoring going forward. The Timberwolves’ next game is Friday against the Pelicans.

Bones Hyland had 20 points (8-of-12 FGs), seven rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block and four three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Raptors.

Hyland was instrumental in Wednesday’s win over the Raptors. The 25-year-old point guard was instant offense with 20 points on 12 field goal attempts and four three-pointers off the bench. Only Anthony Edwards had more points for the Timberwolves in the 128-126 victory. Hyland’s scoring isn’t consistent enough for him to have much fantasy value when Edwards is available.

Anthony Edwards had 30 points (11-of-23 FGs, 7-of-10 FTs), eight rebounds, five assists, three steals, one block and one three-pointer in the Timberwolves’ 128-126 victory over the Raptors on Wednesday.

With the Timberwolves leading by two points with just over one minute remaining at the end of regulation, Edwards drove the lane on Raptors forward Brandon Ingram before hitting a turnaround jumper that gave his team a two-possession lead. The 24-year-old shooting guard was excellent in the fourth quarter as the Timberwolves came back from down 10 points to win. Edwards has provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. He’ll have another chance for a big game Friday against the Pelicans.

Julius Randle (thumb) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Raptors.

Randle is still dealing with a sore left thumb, which happens to be on his shooting hand. The 31-year-old power forward appears ready to continue playing through the injury. Randle’s had 27 and 19 points in his last two game since incurring the injury, so it isn’t slowing him down very much, which is great news for fantasy managers.

Anthony Edwards (elbow) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Raptors.

Edwards is set to play after initially being listed as questionable with a sore left elbow. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, and there may be more on-ball playmaking opportunities for Edwards since the Timberwolves traded Mike Conley on Tuesday.

Zion Williamson recorded a double-double on Monday with 14 points (5-of-13 FGs, 4-of-9 FTs), 11 rebounds and four assists against the Hornets.

Williamson was able to record a double-double for the fourth time in his last six games. However, this was the second straight game that he shot below 40 percent from the floor, which is atypical for him. Williamson’s field goal percentage is one of his strongest categories, so a two-game stretch like this is rough for his value for fantasy managers. He’ll look to get back on track in Milwaukee on Wednesday.

Derik Queen posted a full line on Monday with 16 points (5-of-9 FGs), eight rebounds, three assists, three steals, one block and one three-pointer against the Hornets.

Queen’s production has come inconsistently, and most of January was rough for him. However, he has been able to provide some reminders that he can be a fantasy superstar when he gets the chance. He still has a lot of growing to do as a player, but his game translates well for category leagues. He typically shines when he gets to play at least 30 minutes, like he did in this game, though he has to earn those minutes. He hasn’t been force-fed minutes, though that could change as we get closer to the end of the season.

Trey Murphy led the Pelicans with 27 points (10-of-20 FGs), one rebound, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers in a 102-95 loss to the Hornets on Monday.

Murphy had been struggling recently, having shot below 40 percent in four straight games entering this one and averaging just 13.5 points per game during that time. However, he was able to snap out of that slump in this game with an efficient shooting night and a much better scoring outing. Murphy has been a stud for most of the season, so a rough week was rather disappointing. This should be a sign that he is ready to get back on track, and he’ll look to stay hot against the Bucks on Wednesday.

Zion Williamson accounted for 11 points (2-of-6 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), five rebounds, two assists and two blocks in Saturday’s loss to the 76ers.

With Saddiq Bey getting hot and scoring 34 points on 19 shots, Williamson took a back seat offensively. The six shot attempts were one more than his season-low, which was recorded in a January 21 loss to the Pistons. The blocked shots and free-throw percentage categories were solid, but fantasy managers hope for more robust stat lines from Williamson. He’ll look to bounce back on Monday against the Hornets.

Trey Murphy finished Saturday’s loss to the 76ers with 19 points (8-of-21 FGs), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and three three-pointers.

The good news for fantasy managers is that Murphy offered solid rebounding production, with this being his first game with at least nine boards in over two weeks. He didn’t have a great night shooting the ball, going 3-of-11 from three, but Philadelphia’s wing defenders deserve some credit for that. Murphy remains a high-level fantasy option as the Pelicans go into a three-game Week 16.

Saddiq Bey tallied 34 points (12-of-19 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, three assists and four three-pointers in Saturday’s loss to the 76ers.

Bey, who has now scored at least 20 points in five of his last six games, had it rolling on Saturday. The Pelicans’ forward recorded his second 30-point game, finishing two points shy of his season-high. Add in the assists and three-pointers, and Bey continues to provide value for fantasy managers who continue to roster him. The Pelicans play three games in Week 16, starting with the red-hot Hornets on Monday.

Herb Jones (ankle) is not on the injury report for Saturday’s game against the 76ers.

Jones, who recently missed two-plus weeks with a sprained ankle, started and played 30 minutes in Friday’s win over the Grizzlies. His availability for Saturday’s game means that Jeremiah Fears will remain with the bench unit, which has lowered the rookie’s fantasy ceiling.

Trey Murphy struggled on Friday and finished with just eight points (2-of-14 FGs), one rebound, two assists, two steals and one block against the Grizzlies.

Murphy popped up on the injury report on Sunday with a sore right hand, and while he played through it, he shot 7-of-22 in that game. In the two games since, he has shot 3-of-20 and 2-of-14. This is either an otherworldly shooting slump or his hand is still bothering him. He’s been able to contribute in other categories, but Murphy’s efficiency as a high-volume shooter has led to his fantasy dominance. He’ll look to get back on track in Philadelphia on Saturday.

Derik Queen stuffed the stat sheet on Friday with 22 points (8-of-12 FGs), nine rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and five turnovers in a 114-106 win over the Grizzlies.

Queen had been quieter over the past few games for New Orleans, but he was able to have a strong performance in this one. He approached triple-double territory and had his first 20-point game since December. Queen has oozed upside as a rookie and will continue to pour in the counting stats, though it may come inconsistently. He’ll look to stay hot in Philadelphia on Saturday to wrap up this week.

Saddiq Bey led the Pelicans with 22 points (9-of-19 FGs), eight rebounds, two assists, three steals and two three-pointers against the Grizzlies on Friday.

Bey has enjoyed an excellent season after missing all of last year with a torn ACL, but this recent stretch is taking things up a notch. Over his last four games, Bey has averaged 24.5 points, 8.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.8 steals and 3.5 triples per game on efficient shooting splits. This is arguably the best season of his career since he is more efficient than he was during his seasons in Detroit. Bey remains a must-roster player, and with how well he’s played, he may be a coveted target at the trade deadline.