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NOP • Power Forward • #1
about 13 hours ago
While much is made of Williamson’s lackluster three-point production and free-throw percentage in terms of his fantasy value, his limited defensive production has also been an issue in March. That was not the case on Friday, however, as the Pelicans’ forward recorded two blocked shots. In six appearances this month, Williamson has totaled three steals and two blocks. Given his athleticism, there may be some fantasy managers who hoped that some of that ability would translate to the defensive end of the floor. But at the very least, availability has not been a concern for Williamson, as he’s missed one game since mid-December.
NOP • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 13 hours ago
While the Rockets managed to win the game, they never came up with a suitable answer to Murray defensively. Enjoying his most productive game of the season, the Pelicans’ guard shot 8-of-10 from the field in the first half. Murray shot 6-of-8 in the second half, finishing with his first 30-point game of the season. The Pelicans don’t play again this week, and their four-game Week 21 includes a back-to-back. As a result, Murray managers may have him for three games.
DAL • Point Guard • #
about 14 hours ago
For the first time since a January 10 loss to the Bulls, Nembhard was back in the Mavericks’ starting lineup on Friday. The rookie guard logged 27 minutes, the most in a game for him since that start against Chicago. While it’s challenging to put complete trust in Nembhard, even with the nine assists, he’ll have value for deep-league managers seeking assists during the silly season.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 14 hours ago
After failing to crack the 20-point threshold in any of his prior five appearances, Flagg did so on Friday. The rookie recorded 25 points on good percentages, and category league managers will be pleased with the five assists as well. Dallas plays once more in Week 20, a Sunday rematch with the Cavaliers in Cleveland.
DAL • Point Guard • #
about 17 hours ago
The Mavericks are without P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford for Friday’s game, freeing two spots in the starting lineup. Nembhard and Bagley move into the starting five, with the latter offering a higher short-term fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 18 hours ago
The Mavericks will be down two frontcourt starters for Friday’s game, as Washington and Gafford will not play the second game of the team’s back-to-back. Marvin Bagley III and Khris Middleton are potential replacements in the starting lineup, and both players would receive boosts to their fantasy values if promoted.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 18 hours ago
Marshall is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. With P.J. Washington out, Naji will figure more prominently in the Mavericks’ rotation, whether he starts or comes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 21 hours ago
Marshall is dealing with left foot soreness and could sit out the second leg of the Mavs’ back-to-back set. If Marshall is ultimately sidelined, more minutes should be available for Caleb Martin and Khris Middleton.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 22 hours ago
Washington joins Daniel Gafford (rest) on the injury report, and with both bigs expected to sit, Marvin Bagley III could draw a spot start, with Dwight Powell operating as Bagley III’s primary backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 22 hours ago
Thompson will return for the second leg of Dallas’ back-to-back set after resting on Thursday. He could be in line for some additional run with P.J. Washington (ankle) doubtful, but Thompson’s production has been hit-or-miss for most of the 2025-26 campaign.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
about 22 hours ago
Unsurprisingly, Gafford will likely be sidelined for the second leg of Dallas’ back-to-back set. With P.J. Washington (ankle) not expected to play either, Marvin Bagley III could handle a significant workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
1 day ago
Gafford continues to play some of his best ball of the season, posting a season-high in points on Thursday en route to a fourth straight double-double. The veteran center has been limited by injuries throughout the season, but is in good form as the fantasy basketball playoffs near. For those looking to take a low-risk, potentially high-reward swing, Gafford is rostered in only 26% of Yahoo! leagues.
DAL • Small Forward • #
1 day ago
Flagg was held under 20 points for the fifth straight game on Thursday, shooting below 40.0 percent from the field for a second consecutive time. The rookie forward has remained in a shooting slump since returning in early March from a foot sprain. He did, however, notch at least five rebounds and assists for the fifth time in as many games. But while his well-roundedness has provided a solid floor, fantasy managers hope he can find his touch and deliver some efficient, high-scoring performances.
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
1 day ago
The veteran forward stole the show against Memphis, needing only 25 minutes off the bench to set a new season-high in points. The near-40-point outing came on efficient shooting, with a spectacular three-point display the key to his success. Thursday marked the first time he’d reached 30 points in a regular-season game since the 2022-23 season, when he was still playing for the Bucks. Middleton has now logged back-to-back games of at least 15 points and will have a chance to land a third on Friday against the Cavaliers.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
1 day ago
As expected, Thompson will miss the first leg of this back-to-back, though he should return to play the Cavaliers on Friday. Caleb Martin should take on extra minutes off the bench, though he isn’t a strong fantasy option.
Source: Mavs PR
NOP • Power Forward • #1
3 days ago
Williamson has scored at least 19 points in each of his last five appearances, and he has provided reliable top-100 fantasy value since the All-Star break. That may not seem like much, given his ADP, but it represents an improvement when compared to Williamson’s pre-break production. And with Dejounte Murray back in the fold running the point, Zion’s ceiling for the rest of the season has been raised.
NOP • Small Forward • #25
3 days ago
Murphy’s run continues, as he’s providing first-round value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. He was highly efficient against the Raptors, with the stat line only lacking a blocked shot. The lone negative for fantasy managers is that New Orleans plays just once more in Week 20, Friday night in Houston.
NOP • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
3 days ago
Jayson Tatum isn’t the only player who’s looked good recently since returning from a ruptured Achilles tendon. Murray has improved by the game in New Orleans, and his showing against the Raptors was his best yet. The Pelicans point guard surpassed the 20-point mark for the first time this season, and he also provided solid value in rebounds, assists and steals. The concern for fantasy managers going into the playoff weeks for Yahoo! default leagues: the schedule. New Orleans has a back-to-back in Weeks 21, 22 and 23, which isn’t good for Murray’s availability.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
3 days ago
Thompson is on track to sit out Thursday’s game. His availability does not significantly affect fantasy basketball, but it does free up minutes for Caleb Martin. Martin is not a player who needs to be streamed when he is not in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
4 days ago
Gafford’s lack of consistent minutes has limited his impact in fantasy basketball this season, but he he been solid recently. This was his third straight double-double, and he has played 24.5 minutes per game during this stretch, which is a slight increase over his season average. He has always been a player that can do a lot in limited action, and if he continues to pour in the double-doubles, he’ll be worth rostering.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
4 days ago
Thompson has had some excellent games recently, though he did struggle in Toronto on Sunday. However, he has knocked down 18 three-pointers over his last four games and averaged 17.3 points in 23.1 minutes per game during that stretch. This has been a nice stretch for one of the best shooters in league history, but he hasn’t played a large enough role this season for him to be worth picking up off the waiver wire.
DAL • Small Forward • #
4 days ago
Flagg’s rough shooting stretch continued in this game. Over his four games since returning from an eight-game absence with a midfoot sprain, Flagg has shot 34.6 percent from the floor., though he has made up for it by averaging 16.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.0 steal and 1.8 blocks per game. He didn’t contribute any defensive stats in this one, but he did record a double-double and match his career high for rebounds. He’ll look to figure things out offensively in Memphis on Thursday.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
4 days ago
The Mavericks have made a change to their starting lineup, with Marshall stepping in for Khris Middleton. The move into the first five raises Marshall’s fantasy ceiling, but the defensive output has been limited in recent games.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
NOP • Shooting Guard • #11
4 days ago
McGowens has a fractured small toe on his right foot, which may keep him out of multiple games. There may be additional minutes for Micah Peavy, but not enough to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Power Forward • #1
6 days ago
Williamson had 20 points on just eight attempts from the field, but only two rebounds and one assist. It didn’t help that he only played 23 minutes as the Pelicans ran away with the victory. While the Pelicans only have two games upcoming in Week 20, the good news is Williamson should be available for both contests given the amount of off-days.
NOP • Small Forward • #25
6 days ago
Murphy had another excellent game. The 25-year-old small forward led the Pelicans with 24 points on their way to a 20-point victory. The lone negative was that he exited with an upper back injury, but the Pelicans forward was on the bench with his teammates after having ice applied to the area. Since the start of February, Murphy has averaged 24.1 points and 4.7 assists. He’s also shooting 49 percent from the field and 48 percent from the three-point line in that time. The Pelicans have two games upcoming in Week 20, starting with a matchup against the Raptors on Wednesday.
Source: Rod Walker
DAL • Small Forward • #
6 days ago
Interestingly, Flagg has made seven field goals in each of the three games he’s played since returning from a left midfoot sprain. Sunday’s game was the second straight in which he’s played 30 minutes, and the rookie recorded a complete stat line that included five defensive contributions. The Mavericks play four games in Week 20, starting with the Hawks on Tuesday.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
6 days ago
Count Gafford among the post players who have a clear idea where they’re at their best offensively. He did not miss a shot on Sunday, with all ten of his makes coming in the restricted area. Add in a free throw as part of a three-point play, and the result was a season-high point total. Gafford has scored in double figures in four of his last five appearances, which gives his fantasy value a slight boost despite his playing time still being restricted.