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NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 10 hours ago
Bey is set to miss his sixth game in a row with a right hip flexor strain. With Trey Murphy and Zion Williamson back in the starting lineup anyway, Bey will likely be looking at a bench role whenever he returns.
DEN • Guard • #27
1 day ago
Murray was one of many Nuggets who did not play in Friday’s loss to the Hawks. Jalen Pickett replaced him in the starting lineup and would do so again if Murray can’t play on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #21
1 day ago
Jones did not play in Friday’s loss to the Hawks, with Hunter Tyson being tabbed to fill the void in the starting lineup. If Jones remains out and the Nuggets decide to keep Aaron Gordon in a reserve role, Tyson should get another start on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
1 day ago
Gordon played 24 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Hawks and should take on a similar workload on Sunday. The Nuggets have taken a conservative approach to his playing time, with Hunter Tyson starting on Friday since Spencer Jones (ankle, illness) was out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #0
1 day ago
Braun is back on the injury report, but the probable tag suggests that he’ll be able to play. However, his minutes may be managed by the Nuggets’ coaching staff due to the time missed with a sprained ankle.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #15
1 day ago
Alvarado will miss a second straight game, which has allowed Jeremiah Fears to take on extra minutes as the starting point guard. Jordan Poole is filling out the backup minutes, but he was held scoreless in 12 minutes in their last game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #2
1 day ago
Jones will miss a third straight game. Bryce McGowens started in his place on Friday but was unproductive in 29 minutes. However, he was better in the previous game as a reserve, so he’ll still hold some streaming value with Jones out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
1 day ago
Bey is expected to miss a sixth straight game. Trey Murphy (back) returned to the lineup for Friday’s game, so he filled the open starting spot left by Bey. Zion Williamson returned to the starting lineup when Bey first was sidelined, and he will likely remain in that role even after Bey returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #8
2 days ago
The avalanche of injuries to key contributors in Denver has created an opportunity for Watson to put together a mini-breakout, scoring 20-plus points in six consecutive games since December 31. The 23-year-old forward recorded his second double-double of the season with Jamal Murray (ankle, illness) sitting out. He’s experienced a noticeable uptick in creation possessions and increased scoring duties over the last two weeks, averaging 21.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.9 blocks over eight games during that span.
DEN • Forward • #32
2 days ago
Gordon hasn’t skipped a beat in three games since returning from a lengthy absence recovering from a hamstring injury, averaging 15.3 points, 7.0 assists, 3.0 assists over 23 minutes during that span. The Nuggets are going to keep a governor on his workload for the immediate future but he’ll continue providing his usual blend of points and rebounds for fantasy purposes.
NOP • F • #25
2 days ago
On the heels of a sublime 42-point performance against the Lakers earlier this week, Murphy stayed sizzling-hot with his sixth 30-point effort to help the Pelicans snap a nine-game losing streak dating back to December 23. Murphy and teammate Zion Williamson combined for 34 first-half points and 66 on the night overall as the Wizards seemed to have zero answers defensively. The 25-year-old scoring forward erupted for 15 first-half points on 5-of-12 shooting, including 4-of-9 from three-point range, and finished the night 7-of-16 from long range. He’s delivered first-round fantasy value this season, averaging 21.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.2 blocks through 36 games. The Pelicans return to action on Sunday with a road matchup against the Magic.
NOP • F • #1
2 days ago
Williamson went 8-of-9 from the floor to post a game-high 19 first-half points. The polarizing 25-year-old force and teammate Trey Murphy combined for a whopping 66 points in an eventual one-sided victory. It would’ve been an even bigger scoring night had he not missed six of his 13 free-throw attempts. He’s averaging 25 points over his last eight games but doesn’t offer much else from a fantasy perspective besides scoring upside.
NOP • • #
2 days ago
Queen’s phenomenal rookie campaign continued with his second triple-double performance as he posted double-digit boards for the third straight contest. The 21-year-old big man remains a work in progress but he’s shown flashes of big-time fantasy potential thanks to his all-around skillset.
DEN • Forward • #5
2 days ago
The Nuggets won’t have Jamal Murray or Spencer Jones for Friday’s game, opening two spots in the starting lineup. Pickett and Tyson will fill the voids, with the latter’s inclusion an indication that Aaron Gordon remains under a strict minutes restriction. While fantasy managers don’t need to consider streaming Tyson, Pickett is worth the risk in deeper formats.
Source: Brad Rowland
DEN • Forward • #21
2 days ago
Like Jamal Murray (ankle, illness), Jones’ status was downgraded on two separate occasions ahead of Friday’s game. His absence may result in Bruce Brown starting, but Aaron Gordon is another possibility. However, Gordon’s minutes restriction would likely need to be relaxed for that to happen.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Guard • #27
2 days ago
Initially questionable for Friday’s game, Murray’s status has been downgraded twice since and he will not be available. Jalen Pickett was the replacement the last time Murray missed a game, scoring 29 points in a win over the 76ers on Monday. If he starts, Pickett is worth plugging into lineups in deeper leagues.
Source: Denver Nuggets
NOP • G • #11
2 days ago
Murphy is back in the lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, pushing Karlo Matković to the bench. The other change is McGowens, who will start ahead of Jordan Poole. His offensive ceiling is limited, but McGowens is a better defender than Poole.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • F • #25
2 days ago
Murphy is back after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks. His return means that Karlo Matković will return to the bench, and Bryce McGowens’ playing time will decrease as well.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
DEN • Forward • #21
2 days ago
Jones was initially listed as questionable but is now expected to be sidelined against Atlanta. Bruce Brown started the second half in place of Jones and would likely take on a larger role in his absence, though Aaron Gordon could end up returning to the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
2 days ago
Murray was initially listed as probable, but now there is a real chance he misses this game. Jalen Pickett would likely return to the starting lineup in that scenario, where he had 29 points, seven assists and seven triples earlier this week.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #2
2 days ago
Initially listed as doubtful, Jones is now officially out against Washington, which will be his second straight absence. Jordan Poole and Karlo Matkovic should remain in the starting unit with both Jones and Trey Murphy (back) sidelined once again.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
DEN • Guard • #27
3 days ago
Coming off a career-high 17 assists in Wednesday’s win over the Celtics, Murray is dealing with an illness and a sprained left ankle. However, the probable tag suggests that he’ll be cleared to play against the Hawks. If Murray can’t go, Jalen Pickett will be called on to absorb most of the minutes that would go to the Nuggets’ starting point guard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
3 days ago
One night removed from scoring a career-high 42 points, Murphy did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks. Karlo Matković moved into the starting lineup, but Bryce McGowens replaced him to begin the second half. Both players will lose out on minutes if Murphy returns on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #2
3 days ago
Jones did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, which was the Pelicans’ second game in as many nights. With the doubtful tag, he appears on track to miss a second consecutive game. Jordan Poole may remain in the starting lineup if Jones sits, raising his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
3 days ago
Friday’s game will be the fifth that Bey has missed with a strained right hip flexor. Karlo Matković moved into the starting lineup for Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, but the Pelicans were also without Trey Murphy and Herb Jones. If Murphy can play against the Wizards, Matković will likely be headed to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #15
3 days ago
Alvarado appeared to tweak something during Tuesday’s loss to the Lakers, but he was still on the floor in crunch time. The point guard’s sore oblique will keep him out for at least one game, likely resulting in more minutes at point guard for Jordan Poole. Jordan Hawkins could enter the rotation, but there’s no need to stream him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #11
4 days ago
McGowens was able to take on a larger role with both Trey Murphy (back) and Herb Jones (ankle) sidelined. He didn’t get the chance to start, but he played a season-high 37 minutes off the bench. He didn’t contribute much in other categories, but if Murphy and Jones remain out in Washington on Friday, McGowens will hold some streaming upside in deeper leagues.
NOP • F • #1
4 days ago
Zion was held to just 15 points against the Lakers on Tuesday, and while he was more productive in this game, he still wasn’t able to contribute enough to end this losing streak. Williamson scored at least 30 points in three straight games when he returned to the starting lineup, but in the three games since then, he has averaged 16.3 points. Still, he’s healthy and available, and he has been playing in back-to-backs, which is great to see from him.
NOP • G • #13
4 days ago
With Trey Murphy and Herb Jones sidelined against Atlanta, Poole returned to the starting lineup. He wasn’t efficient as a scorer, but he was able to pour in the points, mostly from beyond the arc, and contribute defensively. This came after he was held scoreless against the Lakers on Tuesday. Poole is one of the most volatile players in the league, but if he is able to start again in his return to Washington on Friday, he may be able to have another big scoring night.
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
4 days ago
Nikola Jokić’s left knee injury did not result in Nnaji moving into the starting lineup, but it has freed up additional opportunities for the former first-round pick. Over the past week, the 6-foot-9 forward/center has averaged 12.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 steals, 1.5 blocks and 1.5 three-pointers in 24.6 minutes per game. That production has been good for top-100 value in eight-cat formats. DaRon Holmes II (six points, two rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two three-pointers) may be the starter right now, but Nnaji offers the higher streaming ceiling.
DEN • Guard • #8
4 days ago
Watson finished Wednesday’s victory with his second career 30-point game, finishing two shy of his career-high. The Nuggets’ forward, who initially moved into the starting lineup when Christian Braun went down with a sprained ankle, has been close to a top-100 player in eight-cat formats over the past month. Even with Braun back in the starting lineup and Aaron Gordon available off the bench, they’re under minutes restrictions, which protects Watson’s fantasy value.
DEN • Guard • #27
4 days ago
Back in the Nuggets’ lineup after sitting out Monday’s win over the 76ers, Murray made up for lost time with one of his best all-around lines of the season. The Nuggets’ point guard racked up a career-high 17 assists, finishing two rebounds shy of a triple-double. Murray’s final line was Nikola Jokić-like, and the Nuggets need that level of production from him with the three-time MVP still recovering from a left knee injury. Over the past week, Murray has offered top-15 value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.
DEN • Forward • #21
4 days ago
Jones played nine minutes in the first half before exiting due to left foot soreness. Aaron Gordon should slot into his minutes in the second half, with Bruce Brown also taking on a larger role.
Source: Katy Winge
NOP • G • #13
4 days ago
The Pelicans won’t have Trey Murphy or Herb Jones for Wednesday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Poole and Matković will fill the resulting voids. While the former is already rostered in most leagues, the latter is worth streaming in deeper formats.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
DEN • Forward • #21
4 days ago
Jones was a late addition to the injury report, but the illness won’t keep him sidelined. He’ll remain in the starting lineup, though he’ll likely play a smaller role with Aaron Gordon available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
4 days ago
Murray and Braun are back after sitting out Monday’s win over the 76ers. Their returns mean that Bruce Brown and Jalen Pickett will come off the bench, limiting their respective fantasy value. Also, while Aaron Gordon is available, he will once again come off the bench, leaving Jones with the starters.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Forward • #21
4 days ago
Jones is a late addition to the injury report, but this illness isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup. Jones has been a consistent starter lately, but his role in this game will depend on how many minutes Aaron Gordon (hamstring) plays in his second game back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
4 days ago
The Pelicans are playing the second leg of a back-to-back set after a narrow loss to the Lakers on Tuesday. With Herb Jones (ankle) questionable and Saddiq Bey (hip) sidelined, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy should see increased run against Atlanta.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
4 days ago
Murray and Braun should be back in action following a one-game absence, which means Jalen Pickett and Bruce Brown should see their minutes reduced against Boston.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
4 days ago
After sitting out Monday’s win over the Sixers, Gordon and Hardaway Jr. are both expected to play. As a result, Spencer Jones and Zeke Nnaji will likely see reduced roles.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #2
5 days ago
Tuesday’s game was Jones’ first since December 22. Unfortunately, he could not find his stroke offensively, leaving the minutes tally (35) as the lone positive. As for Jones’ availability for Wednesday’s game against the Hawks, Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego said that will be determined after the team arrives in Atlanta. Fantasy managers should consider him questionable for the time being.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
NOP • F • #1
5 days ago
After ripping off a streak of three consecutive games with at least 30 points, Williamson has totaled 27 over his last two appearances. The points tally on Tuesday was negatively affected by a 1-of-5 night from the foul line; not just the percentage, but the attempts as well. The good news for fantasy managers is that Williamson tallied five assists, the most in a game for him since December 26. He’s offered top-100 value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks, and the emergence of Derik Queen may have lowered Zion’s ceiling due to a decrease in on-ball playmaking opportunities.
NOP • • #
5 days ago
Queen finished Tuesday’s defeat two assists shy of his second triple-double, pushing his double-double tally up to seven. While the production has tailed off somewhat after a hot start to December, the rookie center is still offering top-100 per-game value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Rostered in 53 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Queen is someone who 10-team league managers should look to add now if he’s on the waiver wire. His usage should be even higher after the trade deadline, especially if the Pelicans can’t make some headway in the race for a play-in spot.
NOP • F • #25
5 days ago
A fantasy league would rarely have three-point percentage as a scoring category. Therefore, Murphy only making six of his 17 attempts isn’t an issue. He shot 8-of-9 from inside the arc and matched that at the foul line, finishing with a career-high 42 points. Murphy was at his best during the third quarter, as he scored 20. As long as he’s healthy, Murphy will remain an elite fantasy wing, regardless of league format.
NOP • F • #2
5 days ago
Appearing in his first game since December 22, Jones will be in the starting lineup. His return means that Karlo Matković heads to the bench, eliminating what little streaming value he possessed as a starter.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Center • #15
5 days ago
While the three-time NBA Most Valuable Player has begun to do some spot shooting, he’s still considered to be “weeks away” from a return. In his report, Charania mentioned the end of January as a potential return window for the center. Until then, the Nuggets will continue to rely on DaRon Holmes II and Zeke Nnaji to fill the void at the five.
Source: DNVR Nuggets