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CHI • Forward-Center • #12
about 1 month ago
Collins has yet to make his first appearance of the regular season after suffering a fractured left wrist during the preseason. According to Bulls head coach Billy Donovan, the 6-foot-11 center will likely get in a few practices with the team’s G League affiliate. If all goes well, Collins could be available to play by the end of the week. His return impacts Jalen Smith more than any other Bulls, as he has served as Nikola Vučević’s backup.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
about 1 month ago
Collins hasn’t yet made his 2025-26 debut, and that won’t change against Orlando. Terry will miss a fifth straight game. Neither absence will have any meaningful impact on Chicago’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
White sat out Saturday against the Pacers for injury management on the second leg of Chicago’s back-to-back set. He was off the injury report on Sunday evening but added back in on Monday afternoon. White’s presumed absence from Monday’s game means Tre Jones and Ayo Dosunmu should see additional run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #15
about 1 month ago
After making a shot with 3:37 remaining in the fourth quarter, Alvarado reached for his right hamstring. He would then give a foul to exit the game, which may have happened even if he were healthy, as the outcome was no longer in doubt. However, the hamstring could be a concern for the Pelicans’ backup point guard. While Alvarado’s production hasn’t been great from a fantasy standpoint, backing up a rookie (Jeremiah Fears) has made him worth a look in some deep leagues. The Pelicans host Minnesota on Tuesday.
Source: Law Murray
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Since returning to the Pelicans’ starting lineup on November 22, Bey has recorded four double-doubles in five games. Over the past week, he has provided second-round value in nine-cat formats, stepping up as a reliable option due to the Pelicans’ many injuries. Bey’s place in the starting lineup may be secure until Herb Jones returns from a strained calf, and that may not happen until Week 8 at the earliest. New Orleans plays three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
NOP • G • #11
about 1 month ago
With Trey Murphy, Herb Jones and Jordan Hawkins all ruled out due to injury, McGowens had more opportunities to contribute offensively in his second consecutive start. The wing, who’s on a two-way contract, recorded a career-high point total while shooting 50 percent from the field. McGowens’ fantasy value in Week 7 hinges upon Murphy’s availability. If Trey can play against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, there won’t be much to gain from adding McGowens to your roster.
NOP • • #
about 1 month ago
While it did not result in a victory, Fears had one of his best games of the season on Sunday. Shooting 50 percent from the field, the rookie guard recorded his fourth 20-point game and finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Rostered in 24 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Fears’ fantasy value has been low for most of this season. However, his role as the starting point guard makes him worth the risk in deep leagues. The Pelicans play three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday and Thursday.
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
Missi will fill in for Zion Williamson as a starter for the second leg of the Pelicans’ back-to-back. Missi had 10 rebounds in 20 minutes off the bench on Saturday and should have a good chance to record a double-double as a starter.
Source: Dave McMenamin
CHI • • #
about 1 month ago
Olbrich hasn’t had much of a place in Chicago’s rotation, but with Jalen Smith (hamstring) out on Saturday, he was able to log 11 minutes. He’ll likely fill out the backup center minutes again on Monday with Smith still out, but that will only lead to minutes in the teens.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • • #
about 1 month ago
Essengue has played roughly six minutes across two appearances this year. His absence won’t alter Chicago’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #15
about 1 month ago
Phillips was a late scratch on Saturday, but that didn’t alter Chicago’s rotation. His status for Monday’s game won’t impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Terry is expected to miss a fifth straight game, which has opened up extra minutes for Jevon Carter. However, it hasn’t had any impact on fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
about 1 month ago
Collins fractured his left wrist during the preseason and has yet to make his season debut. That isn’t expected to change against Orlando, but the status upgrade is a step in the right direction. When he returns, he’ll split the backup center minutes with Jalen Smith.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Smith will miss a second straight game, and with Zach Collins doubtful, Chicago will turn to smaller lineups when Nikola Vučević is off the floor. On Saturday, that meant relying on Matas Buzelis and Lachlan Olbrich to fill center minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
about 1 month ago
Okoro will miss a fifth straight game, which won’t impact many fantasy lineups. However, his continued absence will leave a starting spot open, which has lately been filled by Kevin Huerter, who will continue to be worth streaming with Okoro unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
White sat out the second leg of Chicago’s back-to-back on Saturday, but Bulls coach Billy Donovan said that would be the final back-to-back that they will officially rule him out for. He’ll be back to his typical role on Monday, which will push Ayo Dosunmu to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy and Hawkins will join Zion Williamson (hamstring) and a number of other players on the sideline for the second leg of New Orleans’ back-to-back set. Bryce McGowens could draw a second straight start, though he finished with an unimpressive 5/4/1/2 line across 26 minutes on Saturday.
Source: NBA.com
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson will sit out the second leg of New Orleans’ back-to-back set, which means Saddiq Bey should have the green light on offense. Bey has been a strong scorer since joining the starting five, and with Williamson and Trey Murphy (elbow) sidelined, he could be in line for a big game.
Source: NBA.com
NOP • • #
about 1 month ago
Fears’ night in San Francisco ended prematurely, as he picked up his second technical foul and was ejected after exchanging words with Jimmy Butler. The back-and-forth happened during the final minute when the outcome was no longer in doubt, so fantasy managers didn’t miss out on too much. While inefficiency has been an issue for Fears, that’s expected of most rookies. The hope for dynasty managers is that this “on-the-job training” will pay dividends down the line.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
While Bey’s double-double streak ended at three games, he had another good night for the Pelicans. Over the past week, he’s provided top-25 value in nine-cat formats despite shooting 57.1 percent from the foul line. Starting alongside Zion Williamson, Bey will have value until Trey Murphy or Herb Jones returns from their injuries. And he’s rostered in 29 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so it won’t be challenging to find him on the waiver wire of most leagues.
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson has scored at least 22 points in three of his last four games. What stands out from his performance on Saturday is the foul shooting. Williamson made 90 percent of his attempts against the Warriors, and he’s shot a respectable 79.5 percent over the past two weeks. While Zion doesn’t have to turn into an elite foul shooter, becoming respectable would do wonders for his fantasy value. The Pelicans play three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
CHI • Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Jones was one of five Bulls to score in double figures in this game, and he matched Josh Giddey as the team’s leading scorer. He didn’t get the starting nod with Coby White (calf) sidelined for the second leg of this back-to-back, with Ayo Dosunmu (15/4/4) getting the bump. However, Jones was still able to make an impact. However, Bulls coach Billy Donovan said before the game that this was the final back-to-back that they’re planning for White to be held out of, so the opportunities for Jones and Dosunmu to play more minutes may be limited.
CHI • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
Giddey was once again able to pour in the points, rebounds and assists, which is great for fantasy managers. He’s averaging career highs in all three, as well as in three-pointers. This was Chicago’s third straight loss, all coming against teams currently outside the postseason picture. Giddey will look to help them get back on track in Orlando on Monday to kick off a four-game week.
NOP • G • #11
about 1 month ago
The Pelicans are without Trey Murphy for Saturday’s game, as he sits with a sore right elbow. McGowens will fill the resulting void, giving him a shot at achieving fantasy relevance. However, managers should not feel obligated to stream him, as the wing is making his first start as a Pelican.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy is dealing with elbow soreness in his shooting arm, which will hold him out against Golden State. Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens should see a bump in minutes with Murphy with Jordan Hawkins also sidelined, though neither will become “must-stream” players.
Source: Will Guillory
CHI • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Already without Isaac Okoro, the Bulls won’t have Coby White for Saturday’s game, either. As a result, Dosunmu returns to the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. Also, Giddey will be the sole point guard in the starting lineup, as Tre Jones will come off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Forward • #44
about 1 month ago
Williams will play the second game of Chicago’s back-to-back after logging 13 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Hornets. He hasn’t been productive enough to merit being rostered in most redraft leagues, and that won’t change on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #15
about 1 month ago
Phillips was a late addition to the injury report, but he was still listed as probable. Now, he has been downgraded to out. However, his role has been minimal this year, so his absence won’t dramatically impact the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center • #9
about 1 month ago
Vučević was initially listed as probable, but he’ll be good to go on the second night of this back-to-back. He had a double-double on Friday and should have another strong night against Indiana.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Dosunmu is good to go after initially being probable for Saturday’s game. Kevin Huerter was Isaac Okoro’s replacement in the starting lineup the last time out, and that may remain the case on Saturday. However, Dosunmu will be valuable to deep-league managers whether he starts or comes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Saturday’s game, White will not play due to right calf injury management. Bulls head coach Billy Donovan said that this is the last back-to-back that White will be officially ruled out for. While that doesn’t guarantee the guard will be available for both games of future back-to-backs, it is a step in the right direction. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Tre Jones being the most likely replacement. When allowed to start, Jones is worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Forward • #15
about 1 month ago
Absent from the initial injury report, Phillips is now probable for Saturday’s game. The good news is that he appears to be on track to play, but the third-year forward’s availability does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Smith is dealing with a left hamstring strain. The 25-year-old power forward had six points in 17 minutes against the Hornets on Friday, but is out for Saturday’s matchup with the Pacers. Smith is only worth a look from fantasy managers when Nikola Vučević is out.
CHI • Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Terry is set to miss his fourth consecutive game with a strained calf. While his absence doesn’t significantly impact fantasy basketball, Jevon Carter figures to see additional minutes in Terry’s absence.
CHI • Forward • #44
about 1 month ago
Williams had five points in 13 minutes against the Hornets on Friday. The 24-year-old power forward figures to be available once again against the Pacers on Saturday given his probable listing. Williams isn’t worth carrying on fantasy basketball rosters while in a bench role, though.
CHI • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Dosunmu figures to start again in place of Isaac Okoro. The 25-year-old point guard had just five points in 23 minutes against the Hornets on Friday, but managed 28 points against the Pelicans earlier this week. Dosunmu is worth rostering in standard leagues while Okoro is out.
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
about 1 month ago
Okoro has missed the last three games with left lumbar radiculopathy. The 24-year-old small forward remains without a timetable for return. Ayo Dosunmu is probable, but should start again Saturday against the Pacers.
CHI • Center • #9
about 1 month ago
Vučević missed Monday’s game against the Pelicans with a knee injury, his first missed game of the season. The 35-year-old center was available Friday and is likely to suit up again Saturday against the Pacers. Vučević remains a steady fantasy producer late into his career.
CHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
White is still dealing with a right calf strain and is listed as questionable on the injury report for injury management reasons. The 25-year-old point guard had 25 points against the Hornets on Friday, but his status is up in the air for the second game of a back-to-back against the Pacers. Tre Jones should start if White is out and is worth streaming in deeper formats.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
CHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Though White’s start to the season was delayed, he has been a fantastic scoring option in the games he has been available for. He has suited up five times and scored at least 20 points in all five outings. Unfortunately, he hasn’t produced in other categories, and it wasn’t enough to get a win against Charlotte, White also has been sidelined for leg of Chicago’s last two back-to-backs, so be sure to check back to find out his status for Saturday’s game against the Pacers.
CHI • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
Giddey has been able to fill up the box score often this season, and this wasn’t the first time this season that he came this close to recording a triple-double double. However, it was only the second time this year that he didn’t commit a turnover. Giddey’s second-half breakout last year has translated through the first month of this season, and he’ll look to have another big night against the Pacers on Saturday.
CHI • Center • #9
about 1 month ago
After a one-game absence with a knee injury, Vučević was back for this game. His return gave Chicago a stronger presence in the post, but it wasn’t enough for them to get a win. Vučević was still able to record a double-double, which was his eighth of the season. He’ll continue to fill the majority of the minutes in the post for Chicago, where he’ll remain a steady producer.
NOP • G • #15
about 2 months ago
One game removed from scoring 16 points and giving the Pelicans a needed boost off the bench in a win over the Bulls, Alvarado was even better on Wednesday. He recorded season-highs in points and three-pointers while finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Jeremiah Fears (10/2/3 with one three-pointer in 26 minutes) remains the starting point guard, but Alvarado’s increased playing time and production make him worth a look in deeper leagues.
NOP • • #
about 2 months ago
As was the case in Monday’s win over the Bulls, Yves Missi (6/6/3/0/3) played more minutes than Queen. However, the split was closer to even, with Missi logging 29 minutes and Queen 24. The rookie did record nine assists, two shy of his season high, and his ability to facilitate offense should raise Queen’s fantasy ceiling in time. He has provided seventh-round value over two weeks, so losing playing to Missi has not done too much harm to Queen’s value.
NOP • G • #24
about 2 months ago
Not only did Hawkins hit double figures for the second time this season on Wednesday, but he notched season-highs in points and three-pointers. However, for as productive as he was in 15 minutes of action, Hawkins is not at the point where he should be rostered in redraft leagues. Wednesday’s performance may have earned him another shot at rotation minutes, especially with Herb Jones out, but it changes nothing in terms of Hawkins’ fantasy value.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
Bey extended his double-double streak to three games on Wednesday, and he remains a starter with Herb Jones unavailable. Over the past week, the Pelicans forward has been a top-50 player in nine-cat formats. We’re at the point where Bey can be trusted in a higher percentage of Yahoo! leagues, especially since he’s starting alongside Zion Williamson (17/5/4/0/2). And New Orleans ending Week 6 with a Saturday/Sunday back-to-back is another reason to consider adding Bey.
NOP • G • #24
about 2 months ago
Hawkins is back with the team after a personal matter kept him away for Monday’s win over the Bulls. While his playing time has increased since James Borrego was named interim head coach, Hawkins is not likely to get the minutes he needs to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
For the first time since December 2023, Bey has recorded a double-double in consecutive games. In Monday’s victory, he also notched his third 20-point game of the season and has provided unexpected deep-league fantasy value in New Orleans. Usually Zion Williamson’s replacement in the lineup when he’s unavailable, Bey started alongside him on Monday, as the Pelicans are without Herb Jones. With New Orleans having three more games in Week 6, Bey is worth a look in 14-team leagues.
NOP • F • #25
about 2 months ago
Murphy has scored at least 20 points in eight of his last 10 games, a stretch in which he’s provided top-20 value in nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Having a healthy Zion Williamson on the court certainly helps New Orleans, but it’s Murphy who has the most varied offensive skill set of the team’s rotation players. Expected to be a top-50 player based on his Yahoo! ADP (42), Trey has been a second-round player so far.
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Three Pelicans starters scored at least 20 points on Monday, with Williamson leading the way. He had a big night at the foul line, making 13 of his 16 attempts, and Zion is shooting 69.3 percent for the season. While that percentage isn’t high enough to prevent Williamson managers from punting that category, it’s nearly four points higher than his 2024-25 mark (65.6 percent). After a slow start to the season, he’s closing in on top-100 value in eight-cat formats, which is good news for those who have Williamson rostered.
NOP • G • #15
about 2 months ago
Alvarado was one of the Pelicans’ reserves who gave the team a welcome spark on Monday, and he finished with one of his best stat lines of the season. Alvarado finished two rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double, with the latter tally representing a new season-high. Jeremiah Fears (15/4/3 with two three-pointers) is the starter and will remain in that role for the foreseeable future, which limits Alvarado’s fantasy value. But he’s capable of chipping in when needed, as was the case on Monday.
NOP • C • #21
about 2 months ago
While the Pelicans scored 74 points in the first half, that did not keep interim head coach James Borrego from making a few lineup changes. Missi and Jose Alvarado were inserted into the lineup, with rookies Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen (8/5/4/1/1 in 17 minutes) being bumped to the bench. Missi had his best game of the season, recording a double-double with season-highs in points and rebounds. Add in the blocked shots, and Monday’s effort was a step in the right direction for the second-year center. As long as Queen remains the starter, there isn’t much to gain from rostering Missi right now. But keep an eye on him, as his value may expand during the “silly season.”
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Williamson is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Hawks, so he returns to the starting lineup. Micah Peavy heads to the bench, where he offers limited fantasy value at best. With Herb Jones still out due to injury, Saddiq Bey will continue to start.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Looney is dealing with a right heel contusion, but is available for Monday’s game against the Bulls. The 29-year-old power forward will have his usual bench role backing up Derik Queen.
NOP • G • #24
about 2 months ago
Hawkins has played nearly 18 minutes per game since James Borrego took over as the Pelicans’ coach. The 23-year-old guard will be out Monday as he’s dealing with a personal matter. Hawkins’ absence will impact the Pelicans’ rotation, but won’t change much from a fantasy basketball perspective.
NOP • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Looney, who has a right heel contusion, played 14 minutes off the bench in Saturday’s loss to the Hawks. If cleared to play on Monday, he’ll take on a similar role, which does not affect fantasy basketball. If Looney sits, DeAndre Jordan may pick up a few minutes backing up starter Derik Queen.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #2
about 2 months ago
Jones has a strained right calf, and that’s an injury that can cost a player multiple games. Rookie Micah Peavy moved into the starting lineup for Saturday’s loss to the Hawks, and while the production wasn’t there, he did play 27 minutes. Peavy is only a watchlist player if he gets another opportunity to start on Monday, and that is generous.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • • #
about 2 months ago
The Pelicans came out lifeless on the second night of a back-to-back, starting three rookies for the first time this season with Zion Williamson (hamstring) and Herb Jones (back) sidelined, and quickly fell behind by 10 at halftime. Queen was one of the lone bright spots, eclipsing the 20-point mark for the third straight game. New Orleans has dropped nine straight games and sits at a brutal 2–15 on the season. They’ll open a four-game week on Monday against the Bulls before matchups with the Grizzlies, Warriors and Lakers.
NOP • • #
about 2 months ago
The Pelicans are down two starters for Saturday’s game, with Herb Jones and Zion Williamson unavailable. They’ve been replaced in the lineup by Peavy and Bey, with the former making his first start as a pro. Of the two, Bey is the superior streaming option.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • F • #2
about 2 months ago
For the first time this season, the Pelicans won’t have Jones in their starting lineup. Saddiq Bey and Jordan Hawkins are two players whose minutes may increase due to Jones’ absence, with the former offering a higher fantasy ceiling. However, neither player is a must-stream option in this spot.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans