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SAC • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
3 months ago
McDermott was available for Saturday’s loss to the Trail Blazers but picked up a DNP-CD. Regardless of his availability for Sunday night, the veteran forward does not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Point Guard • #10
3 months ago
Conley will return following a four-game absence, and he should see his usual allotment of minutes off the bench. That should cut Rob Dillingham’s minutes significantly, as Anthony Edwards (foot) is also available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
3 months ago
Westbrook had a rough night shooting the basketball, but he was able to provide solid fantasy value in other areas. The veteran point guard was one of two Kings to record five steals, with DeMar DeRozan being the other. Add in the rebounds and assists, and Westbrook’s final line was not as bad as it could have been. Over the last two weeks, he has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
3 months ago
As a team, the Kings shot 6-of-31 from beyond the arc, and DeRozan was 1-of-6. However, he did record a season-high five steals, one shy of his career-high. Over the last two weeks, DeRozan has been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats. While he has a higher offensive ceiling with Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis unavailable, it doesn’t matter much if the shots aren’t falling. Sacramento plays three games in Week 10, starting with the Pistons on Tuesday.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
3 months ago
Raynaud continues to flourish as the Kings’ starting center with Domantas Sabonis (knee) sidelined. The rookie dropped his third double-double since moving into the starting lineup and second in as many games. Rostered in 23 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Raynaud has been a 12th-round player in eight-cat formats over the last two weeks. Sabonis won’t be back until late January at the earliest, so Raynaud is worth picking up.
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
3 months ago
Schröder continues to come off the bench, but he’s scored at least 17 points in two of the three games he’s played since returning from a hip injury. Since being moved to the bench on November 14, he’s recorded four 20-point games in eight appearances. While the demotion has lowered Schröder’s fantasy ceiling considerably, he’s still worth holding onto in some deep leagues. The Kings play three games in Week 10, starting with the Pistons on Tuesday.
SAC • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
3 months ago
While McDermott is available to play, the chances that he sees the floor are slim. Leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: Jason Anderson
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
3 months ago
Clark will be back after a one-game absence. He’ll fill out some of the reserve guard minutes alongside Bones Hyland, Terrence Shannon Jr., Rob Dillingham and potentially Mike Conley, who is questionable to return from a four-game absence.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Point Guard • #10
3 months ago
Conley has a chance to return from a four-game absence. Rob Dillingham has taken on extra minutes with Conley unavailable, though he hasn’t played enough to make a fantasy impact. With Anthony Edwards (foot) also back, Dillingham may get bumped out of the rotation entirely when Conley returns.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves PR
MIN • Center • #27
3 months ago
Gobert has not always been part of the closing lineup this season, but his rebounding production has been consistent. He’s reached double digits in that category in four straight games, a stretch that includes two double-doubles. Gobert’s overall fantasy value has been disappointing this season, but he has been close to a top-50 player in models that punt free-throw percentage. Minnesota ends Week 9 on Sunday against the Bucks.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
3 months ago
Reid being part of the closing lineup has been a common occurrence this season, raising his fantasy ceiling in the process. All that was missing from his stat line on Friday was a three-pointer, but managers will undoubtedly take the rebounds and “stocks.” Over the last two weeks, Reid has been a top-75 player in eight- and nine-cat formats, sitting just outside the top-50 in the latter.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
3 months ago
Category league managers who have Randle rostered took a beating in the field-goal percentage category, as he missed 12 of his 15 field-goal attempts. Getting to the foul line consistently boosted his point total, and the rebounds and assists were solid. Due mainly to his shooting 42.3 percent from the field, Randle is ranked outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats over the last two weeks. He’ll look to end Week 9 on a high note when the Timberwolves host the Bucks on Sunday.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 months ago
After a three-game absence, Edwards was back on the court on Friday, and he came through in crunch time. His three-pointer with 38.5 seconds remaining gave Minnesota a one-point lead, and the star guard would follow that by blocking a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander layup attempt six seconds later. The Timberwolves closed on an 8-0 run, handing the Thunder their third loss of the season. The good news for fantasy managers is that they should get one more game out of Edwards, as Minnesota hosts Milwaukee on Sunday.
SAC • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
3 months ago
McDermott has played a grand total of 11 minutes across two appearances this season. His status won’t impact the Kings’ rotation whether he is available or not.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 months ago
After a three-game absence due to a sore right foot, Edwards is available. His return means that Bones Hyland will head back to the bench, where he offers minimal fantasy value at best. There’s no need to hold onto Hyland in this spot.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
3 months ago
Sabonis has been out since mid-November with a partially torn meniscus in his left knee. Unfortunately, his most recent re-evaluation has prompted the Kings to rule him out for another four to five weeks, at least. With Drew Eubanks (thumb) also out, fantasy managers should not hesitate to add rookie Maxime Raynaud. Rostered in 16 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has been a 12th-round player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks.
Source: Josh Dubow
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
3 months ago
Clark will be unavailable for the first time since October, though it won’t dramatically impact the Timberwolves’ rotation. Rob Dillingham and Terrence Shannon Jr. should see a few extra minutes with Clark out, though that could change if Anthony Edwards (foot) plays.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves PR
MIN • Shooting Guard • #22
3 months ago
Clark was added to the injury report as questionable with an illness early Friday afternoon. The 24-year-old shooting guard will have the rest of the afternoon to get over his illness before the matchup with the Thunder on Friday night. Clark’s availability doesn’t significantly impact fantasy basketball either way.
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
3 months ago
Murray has been a consistent provider of blocked shots this season, averaging a career-best 1.9 per game. But he’s kicked things up a notch recently, recording 11 blocks over the last three games. While his scoring opportunities aren’t as plentiful as some would like them to be, the Kings forward has found other ways in which to provide reliable fantasy value. Murray is closing in on top-25 value in nine-cat formats, and he’s ranked just outside the top-50 in eight-cat.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
3 months ago
Westbrook finished Thursday’s defeat with his tenth double-double of the season. And to the surprise of many, he’s turned into a player who can once again be relied on in 12-team leagues. Westbrook is providing top-75 value in eight-cat formats, well ahead of his Yahoo! ADP (139). Of course, the ADP was heavily influenced by Westbrook not agreeing to a deal until after the preseason, as many fantasy drafts were already in the books. He’s rostered in 63 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and that number should continue to increase.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
3 months ago
DeRozan had one of his best games of the season on Thursday, including a 3-of-4 effort from beyond the arc. The three-point shot remains a minimal part of his offensive repertoire, but the veteran wing has been proficient when he’s taken those shots. DeRozan is shooting over 40 percent from three on just over two attempts per game, with the percentage being the highest of his NBA career. DeRozan isn’t going to be a player who provides consistent value in that category, but he’s been far from a liability. Add that to his other tools, and he’s capable of threatening top-50 status before the season ends.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
3 months ago
While Raynaud has not been a top-100 player over the past two weeks, Thursday’s performance will raise eyebrows among fantasy managers. Not only did the rookie center record his second double-double, but he also established new highs in points and rebounds. All that was missing from Raynaud’s stat line was a blocked shot, but he’s totaled only nine in 19 appearances. With Domantas Sabonis and Drew Eubanks out, Raynaud should be rostered in more than 15 percent of Yahoo! leagues.
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
3 months ago
Schröder is good to go after initially being questionable for Thursday’s game. He’ll slot in as Russell Westbrook’s backup, with there likely being times when they’re on the court together. However, fantasy managers in most leagues can afford to leave Schröder on the waiver wire.
Source: Jason Anderson
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 months ago
Edwards has missed Minnesota’s last three games, with Bones Hyland replacing him in the lineup. Hyland is worth streaming when allowed to start, especially with Mike Conley (Achilles) already ruled out.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Point Guard • #10
3 months ago
Friday’s game will be the fourth that Conley has missed due to right Achilles tendinopathy. While Rob Dillingham has picked up a few minutes in the veteran point guard’s absence, he is not worth streaming in redraft leagues.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
3 months ago
While Reid didn’t have his best night shooting the basketball, he recorded another complete stat line in what has been an excellent run of production. Over the past two weeks, the Timberwolves’ forward/center has been a top-30 player in nine-cat formats. And with his role remaining consistent, Reid’s chances of sustaining this production level are good. With Anthony Edwards (foot) out, Naz is one of the players whose usage has increased slightly in recent games, much to the delight of fantasy managers.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
3 months ago
Randle has scored at least 21 points in six straight and seven of his last eight games. The consistent scoring output is why he continues to provide third-round per-game value in eight-cat formats. The good news for those who have Randle rostered in nine-cat formats is that he’s been good enough to offer top-40 value. He’s kept the turnovers in check, and the scoring efficiency has improved. He looks more comfortable in his second season with the Timberwolves than he did in his first.
MIN • Center • #27
3 months ago
Back with the team after exiting Sunday’s win over the Kings to be present for the birth of his child, Gobert recorded one of his best stat lines of the season. Recording his 11th double-double, Gobert’s 16 rebounds were two shy of his season-high. Add in the percentages and blocked shots, and Wednesday’s stat line was the high end of what fantasy managers hope to get from the “Stifle Tower.”
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
3 months ago
DiVincenzo has now scored 18 points or more in each of his last three games, which were all played with Anthony Edwards out of the lineup. Counting Wednesday, he’s shot 20-of-49 (40.8 percent) from the field, slightly lower than his percentage for the season (41.3 percent). However, over the past two weeks, he’s made 38.9 percent of his shots. DiVincenzo has still provided top-100 value, but things could be better for him and those who have him rostered.
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
3 months ago
After making his return from a hip injury on Sunday, Schröder is back on the Kings’ injury report. He played 25 minutes off the bench against the Timberwolves and would be in line for a similar workload if available to play against Portland. However, there isn’t much to gain from rostering Schröder as long as Russell Westbrook is starting at the point.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 months ago
Edwards will miss a third straight game due to right foot injury management. Bones Hyland has started the last two games and should retain that role. While he isn’t a reliable fantasy option, Bones is worth the risk in deep leagues on a two-game night.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Point Guard • #10
3 months ago
Conley is set to miss his third consecutive game with right Achilles tendinopathy. Rob Dillingham played 12 minutes off the bench Sunday against the Kings with Conley out. Dillingham isn’t worth rostering in fantasy leagues even with Conley still sidelined.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 months ago
Edwards has missed the last two games with a foot injury. The 24-year-old shooting guard wasn’t an active participant in Tuesday’s practice, though he did player development work off to the side. Timberwolves coach Chris Finch told reporters Edwards is progressing well and getting closer to playing. His questionable status at least gives him a chance of returning Wednesday. Bone Hyland had 18 points in 36 minutes against the Kings on Sunday and could move into the starting lineup again if Edwards remains sidelined.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
3 months ago
Sabonis has been sidelined for almost a month due to a torn meniscus, but the report is that he missed this practice because of an illness. That implies his knee could be better, so it’s worth keeping an eye out for more updates in the coming days. This lines up with the initial three-to-four week re-evaluation timeline, so he could be back soon, which would push Maxime Raynaud to the bench.
Source: Sean Cunningham
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
3 months ago
Lavine exited early from Sunday’s game, and he’ll now miss at least three more games. Nique Clifford started in place of LaVine when he missed Thursday’s game, and he could start again for a few games, though Malik Monk should also see a bump in minutes.
Source: Sean Cunningham
MIN • Center • #27
3 months ago
Gobert exited early against Sacramento due to the birth of his child, but he will be back at practice on Tuesday and available to play against Memphis. He’ll occupy his typical starting spot, which means there won’t be a bonus opportunity for Naz Reid.
Source: Charlie Walton
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
3 months ago
Randle spearheaded Minnesota’s offensive effort with Anthony Edwards (foot) missing his second straight contest. He knocked down a pair of three-pointers and finished one rebound shy of a double-double in this one. The 31-year-old scoring machine has delivered fifth-round fantasy value over the past two weeks, averaging 23.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 0.5 steals over six games during that span. It’s a busy week coming up for the Timberwolves as they host the Grizzlies, Thunder and Bucks.
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
3 months ago
Schröder returned to Sacramento’s lineup following a seven-game absence due to a hip injury. The 32-year-old veteran point guard is an afterthought in most fantasy leagues given his sporadic usage with the Kings, but he’s capable of heating up for the occasional 20-point effort. He figures to be on the move once the trade deadline rolls around, especially if Sacramento falls out of playoff contention.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
3 months ago
McDaniels eclipsed 20 points despite going 1-for-7 from downtown by getting to the line for a season-high six free throws. The 25-year-old continues to play a significant role for Minnesota as he’s topped 17 points in four of his last six contests since December 1. He’ll continue to shoulder a significant portion of the offensive workload with Anthony Edwards (foot) on the shelf.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
3 months ago
Reid played an increased role for Minnesota in the second half, pouring in 13 points over 19 minutes off the bench, after Rudy Gobert left the contest for personal reasons. It’s unclear how much time Gobert is going to miss, if any, but Reid would be the most significant beneficiary from a minutes standpoint. The 26-year-old big man has contributed second-round fantasy value over the past two weeks, averaging a robust 16.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.5 blocks over his last six games.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
3 months ago
Monk’s usage continues to be all over the map, but he remains an effective scorer when handed 25-plus minutes. The 27-year-old sharpshooter knocked down 3-of-5 from three-point range and drained all seven of his free throw attempts to come up just shy of reaching the 20-point plateau. The Kings have a pair of contests against the Trail Blazers on tap before closing out next week with a home matchup against the Rockets.
MIN • Center • #27
3 months ago
Gobert left Sunday’s game for personal reasons early in the second half. Expect to see plenty of Naz Reid as the Timberwolves look to hold on for the victory. Minnesota’s next game is on Wednesday against the Grizzlies.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
3 months ago
LaVine sprained his left ankle during the first half of Sunday’s game and was not on the floor to begin the third quarter. He has since been ruled out for the rest of the night, with Nique Clifford joining the starters in LaVine’s place. Sacramento does not play its next game until Thursday; hopefully, that’s enough time for LaVine to recover from his latest injury.
Source: Brenden Nunes
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
Hyland has been upgraded from questionable to available and will be back in the starting lineup. He’ll once again fill the void left by Anthony Edwards, who’s out with a foot injury. Hyland only played four minutes in Friday’s win over the Warriors, as he exited with a right knee contusion.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
3 months ago
LaVine is back in the lineup after sitting out Thursday’s loss ot the Nuggets. His return means that Nique Clifford heads to the bench, where he provided minimal fantasy value at best. There may come a point later in the season when Clifford is worth rostering, but not now.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
3 months ago
Ellis will play after initially being listed as questionable with a sore right wrist. With Dennis Schröder also available after missing time with a hip injury, there may not be as many minutes available to Ellis. He should not be rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
3 months ago
Initially listed as doubtful for Sunday’s game, Schröder was upgraded to questionable early Sunday afternoon. He’s now officially good to go, rejoining the Kings after a seven-game absence. His return means that fellow reserve Malik Monk will spend less time on the ball, and Keon Ellis may lose a few minutes.
Source: Mark Haynes
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
3 months ago
Schroder was listed as doubtful on Saturday evening, but he’s now got a chance to take the court against the Timberwolves. If he’s available, Schroder could step back into the starting five, shifting Russell Westbrook back to the bench. Malik Monk and Keon Ellis (available) could also see a reduction in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 months ago
Ant-Man will miss a second straight game, which means Bones Hyland (knee) could be in line for a spot start. Hyland, who has been upgraded to available, could see a boost in playing time with Mike Conley (Achilles) also on the sideline.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
3 months ago
Schröder has missed Sacramento’s last seven games with a strained right hip flexor and is likely to miss an eighth on Sunday. Russell Westbrook, who took over the starting point guard job when Schröder was healthy, will continue to play most of the minutes at that position, with Malik Monk assuming additional playmaking responsibilities off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #15
3 months ago
Eubanks exited Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets after playing four first-quarter minutes. He has since been diagnosed with an avulsion fracture of his left thumb and will miss at least three weeks. Maxime Raynaud will continue to start in place of the injured Domantas Sabonis, and he’s worth streaming out of necessity. Precious Achiuwa’s playing time should increase as well, but Raynaud is the player to target.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
3 months ago
LaVine was held out of Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets due to a sore right thumb, opening up a spot in the starting lineup for Nique Clifford. Look for Clifford to head back to the bench on Sunday, but his playing time would not take as significant a hit if Keon Ellis (wrist) cannot play. Ellis is considered questionable for Sunday’s game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
3 months ago
The right-handed Ellis is dealing with a sore right wrist, hence his inclusion on the Kings’ injury report. The good news for Sacramento is that Zach LaVine (thumb) is off the injury report, so he would absorb most of the minutes that would go to Ellis. However, Ellis’ absence would also preserve some of Nique Clifford’s minutes after he started for LaVine on Thursday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Point Guard • #10
3 months ago
Conley will miss a second straight game as he deals with right Achilles tendinopathy. There were a few more minutes available to Rob Dillingham on Friday, but he remains behind Bones Hyland in the pecking order. There’s no need to consider streaming Dillingham in redraft leagues.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
Hyland started Friday’s win over the Warriors for the injured Anthony Edwards, but a right knee contusion limited him to four minutes. Bones’ fantasy prospects hinge on Edwards’ availability, as he’ll fall in the rotation if Ant-Man can play.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 months ago
Edwards did not play in Friday’s win over the Warriors, with Bones Hyland replacing him in the starting lineup. However, Hyland exited after just four minutes with a right knee contusion. If both players can’t go on Sunday, Terrence Shannon Jr. would be the next man up.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
3 months ago
On the heels of a two-point outing against the Suns, DiVincenzo bounced back nicely on Friday with his fourth 20-point game of the season. He hadn’t had a significant impact on the game through three quarters, but saved his best for the fourth. In the final frame, he recorded 10 points and knocked down two massive three-pointers to swing the momentum and ultimately help the Wolves get back in the win column. With Mike Conley (Achilles) and Anthony Edwards (foot) out on Friday, and Bones Hyland (knee) exiting early with an injury, there’s a chance DiVincenzo’s usage and production could take a jump in the short term.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
3 months ago
Making his third straight start in place of the injured Domantas Sabonis (knee), Raynaud took on a challenging matchup in the form of Denver’s Nikola Jokić. He finished one rebound shy of a double-double and has reached double figures in scoring in four straight games. With Drew Eubanks exiting Thursday’s game with a right thumb injury, the Kings will likely need more production from Raynaud as they await Sabonis’ return. He’s rostered in 23 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and that number may increase ahead of Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
With Zach LaVine (thumb) unavailable, Clifford made his third start and first since November 5. Unfortunately, things did not go well for the rookie first-round pick, as he missed all six of his three-point attempts. Even though he wasn’t the choice to step in for LaVine, Malik Monk (18/4/5/1 with three three-pointers) is the safer option for fantasy managers needing a streamer, even though he committed five turnovers. There will be better days for Clifford, but he isn’t ready to impact fantasy basketball at this point in his career.
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
3 months ago
Murray recorded a solid stat line on Thursday, including four “stocks.” And increased defensive production has been critical for the Kings forward, as he exits within an offense that has other options who are more ball-dominant than him. Over the past month, Murray has provided third-round per-game value in nine-cat formats. He and the Kings will look to bounce back when they visit the Timberwolves on Sunday in their final game of Week 8.