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NOP • F-C • #17
13 days ago
This will now be the second straight game that Matković has missed with a strained calf. The Pelicans’ rotation won’t be overly impacted with Zion Williamson cleared to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #1
13 days ago
Not only did Zion go through a full practice, but he “came in early to get extra work in.” Borrego “said the team still hasn’t determined if Zion will be cleared to play in back-to-backs,” and the Pelicans will also take on the Hawks on Saturday, so the team may be determining which game they’d like him to suit up for. The Mavericks game feels more winnable and, thus, like the more likely game for Zion.
Source: Will Guillory
NOP • F • #1
13 days ago
Not only did Zion go through a full practice, but he “came in early to get extra work in.” Borrego “said the team still hasn’t determined if Zion will be cleared to play in back-to-backs,” so there is c chance that the Pelicans will hold him out against the Hawks on Saturday.
Source: Will Guillory
NOP • F • #1
13 days ago
Not only did Zion go through a full practice, but he “came in early to get extra work in.” Borrego “said the team still hasn’t determined if Zion will be cleared to play in back-to-backs,” so there is a chance that the Pelicans will hold him out against the Hawks on Saturday.
Source: Will Guillory
NOP • F • #25
13 days ago
The Pelicans are just 2-13 and are tied for the second-worst record in basketball; however, they do not control the rights to their own first-round draft pick after the move to trade up and get Derik Queen this past draft. Sidery reports that “rival executives believe the Pelicans could net three first-round picks and multiple high-end prospects in return for Murphy.” That kind of package would be enticing to a team that is at the bottom of the standings with no upcoming first-round draft pick.
Source: Evan Sidery
POR • Center • #23
14 days ago
Clingan was dominant on the glass against the Bulls, recording a career-high rebound total. Even better for fantasy managers was that the second-year center recorded a complete stat line with solid percentages. So far, Clingan has exceeded his Yahoo! ADP (84) in eight- and nine-cat formats, closing in on the top-50 in the latter. With Robert Williams’ availability still being an issue and rookie Yang Hansen not ready to contribute consistently, Clingan’s value will increase if he’s able to play 30 minutes or more. Wednesday’s game was the second this season in which he logged at least 30 minutes.
POR • Forward • #8
14 days ago
After enjoying an excellent first season in Portland, Avdija has been elite to begin his second campaign in Rip City. He finished Wednesday’s crushing defeat with his first triple-double of the season and third of his career, all of which were recorded since Deni was traded to Portland. No Jrue Holiday or Shaedon Sharpe on the court meant more was expected of Avdija, and he was up to the task. He’s rostered in 99 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so he won’t be found on many waiver wires. The question now is whether fantasy managers should sell high or ride the wave.
POR • Forward • #9
14 days ago
Back in the starting lineup after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Suns, Grant enjoyed his best offensive outing of the season. However, the season-high 33 points were the only highlight. Grant also provided solid value in the rebound and assist categories, a good sign for a player whose production in those categories has been deficient in prior seasons. He’s still providing top-100 value in eight- and nine-cat formats and can benefit from Shaedon Sharpe’s absence if the guard remains sidelined.
NOP • F • #25
14 days ago
Murphy has had at least three turnovers in each over his last four games. The 25-year-old small forward is averaging a career-high 2.1 turnovers this year. Murphy was more aggressive with his three-point shot once again, attempting at least 11 threes for the second time in his last five games. Murphy and the Pelicans will be back on the court against the Mavericks on Friday.
NOP • • #
14 days ago
Queen continued to start even with Zion Williamson back in the starting lineup. The 20-year-old center is showing the highs and lows of being a rookie lately as over his last five games he’s had at least 26 points twice and less than 10 points three times. Queen figures to continue to start under interim coach James Borrego, but his play still remains inconsistent.
POR • Guard • #25
14 days ago
Grant, who did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns, is back and will start due to Shaedon Sharpe (calf) being out. The other change is Cissoko, who replaces Kris Murray. While Murray will still play rotation minutes, his already-low fantasy value takes a hit with the lineup change. Cissoko may be able to provide some defensive stats, but he also has a low fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
POR • Forward • #9
14 days ago
Grant is back after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Suns. With Shaedon Sharpe unavailable, Grant could slide into that spot, which would mean Kris Murray gets another start. If that were to happen, Deni Avdija would essentially be the starting point guard. Portland also has the option of replacing Murray with Caleb Love to ensure there’s a legitimate guard in the starting lineup.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #17
14 days ago
Sharpe was initially doubtful for Sunday’s game, so the downgrade in status is unsurprising. Jerami Grant (illness) is going through his pregame routine, but the hope is that he’ll play after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Suns. Caleb Love, who played 32 minutes on Tuesday, will once again figure prominently in the rotation, even if he comes off the bench.
Source: Sean Highkin
NOP • • #
14 days ago
Williamson is back after an eight-game absence, and he’s part of the Pelicans’ starting lineup. Yves Missi will come off the bench, with Queen remaining in the starting five. That’s good news for fantasy managers who have hoped to see the rookie playing starters’ minutes consistently.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • F • #1
14 days ago
Williamson is back after missing eight games with a strained hamstring. While he should be back in the starting lineup, fantasy managers should not expect to see him play starters’ minutes in his first game back. Saddiq Bey, who is also available, should remain relevant in deep leagues for the time being.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
14 days ago
Bey missed Monday’s game against the Thunder with an ankle injury. Despite being listed as questionable on Wednesday, the 26-year-old small forward is available against the Nuggets. With Zion Williamson also available, the Pelicans are getting two key players back in the lineup.
POR • Center-Forward • #35
14 days ago
Williams is listed out with knee injury management. The 28-year-old center had four points in eight minutes against the Suns on Tuesday. Yang Hansen figures to see more minutes with Williams out.
POR • Guard • #17
14 days ago
Having dealt with a sore left calf earlier this season, Sharpe is back on the injury report, but this time due to soreness in his right calf. The doubtful tag suggests he will not play, and with Jrue Holiday already out, Portland will be even more shorthanded on the perimeter. Caleb Love, who logged 32 minutes off the bench on Tuesday, and Sidy Cissoko will have added importance within the rotation, with the former potentially starting.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
14 days ago
Grant, who was a late scratch for Tuesday’s loss to the Suns, will figure prominently in Portland’s rotation if he can play against Chicago. Jrue Holiday has already been ruled out, and Shaedon Sharpe is doubtful. Grant doesn’t offer much value on the boards, but he’s worth rostering if available.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #4
14 days ago
Holiday is dealing with a right calf strain that also kept him out of Tuesday’s game against the Suns. Jerami Grant replaced Holiday in the starting lineup Tuesday, but he’s questionable for Wednesday’s game. Shaedon Sharpe is doubtful, which could leave the Trail Blazers shorthanded against the Bulls.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Center • #23
15 days ago
With Shaedon Sharpe and Deni Avdija being the most heavily used players within the Trail Blazers’ offense, Clingan managers are going to get most of their value from him in the rebound and blocked shot categories. The second-year center was highly productive in those areas on Tuesday, establishing a new season-high in the latter. Despite averaging 8.9 points per game, Clingan is ranked well within the top-100 in nine-cat formats thanks to the rebounds, blocks and percentages.
POR • • #
15 days ago
Due to the Trail Blazers being without multiple guards, Love logged a season-high 31 minutes on Tuesday. And the rookie played relatively well, shooting 50 percent from the field and notching personal highs in points, rebounds and three-pointers. Love’s fantasy potential moving forward depends on the health of Jrue Holiday, who has missed the last two games with a sore calf. Love’s season-long fantasy value has been nonexistent, but there will be a need for him in the rotation if Holiday misses more time.
POR • Forward • #8
15 days ago
Avdija didn’t have his best offensive night, but his inefficient shooting didn’t affect his playmaking. He dished out five assists while committing one turnover, running the show capably for a team that is down multiple point guards due to injury. Avdija continues to provide top-50 value in nine-cat formats, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP. He and the Trail Blazers will look to bounce back when they host the Bulls on Wednesday.
POR • Guard • #17
15 days ago
Sharpe led the way offensively for the Trail Blazers, who have lost five of their last six games. Injuries at the point guard position have begun to take a toll, with Scoot Henderson and Blake Wesley facing extended absences and Jrue Holiday missing a second straight game on Tuesday. As a result, Sharpe has had the ball in his hands more as a playmaker, but this has not boosted his assist totals very much. He had a season-high six helpers in Sunday’s overtime loss to the Mavericks but produced just three on Tuesday, slightly higher than his season average.
POR • Guard • #00
15 days ago
Henderson suffered a torn left hamstring during a workout just before the Trail Blazers opened training camp. While he has progressed in his recovery, the lack of clearance to run, jump or engage in other explosive movements indicates his return to action is not imminent. “I can walk around to spots, but no jumping, no exploding,” Henderson told The Athletic on Tuesday. “I shoot free throws, some ballhandling, but without moving much.” With Jrue Holiday and Blake Wesley also injured, Portland has relied on Shaedon Sharpe, Deni Avdija and Caleb Love to take on playmaking responsibilities. Holiday’s injury is not expected to be long-term, so he’ll assume the starting point guard duties once again when he’s cleared to play. As for Henderson, fantasy managers with an open IL+ slot can continue to stash him. However, those working with injury-riddled rosters may need to move on and seek alternatives.
Source: The Athletic
POR • Forward • #24
15 days ago
The Trail Blazers are without Jrue Holiday and Jerami Grant for Tuesday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. The void will be filled by Murray, who is making his first start of the season. Due to the injuries, he’s worth the streaming risk in deep leagues.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
15 days ago
Added to the Trail Blazers’ injury report less than two hours before Tuesday’s scheduled tip time, Grant is officially out. With Jrue Holiday also out, there’s an opening in the starting lineup. Kris Murray may be the most likely choice, as he led all Blazers reserves in minutes played in Sunday’s overtime loss to the Mavericks.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
15 days ago
Absent from the initial injury report, Grant is now questionable for Tuesday’s game. He has been Jrue Holiday’s replacement in the starting lineup, so Portland will have to fill that vacancy if Grant doesn’t play. Kris Murray, who played 32 minutes off the bench in Sunday’s overtime loss to the Mavericks, would likely be the next man up.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Guard • #4
15 days ago
Holiday was initially doubtful for Tuesday’s game, so the downgrade in status is unsurprising. Jerami Grant has been his replacement in the starting lineup, with Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe spending more time on the ball as playmakers.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
NOP • F-C • #17
15 days ago
Matković strained his right calf during Monday’s loss to the Thunder and will miss at least one game. The Pelicans started Derik Queen and Yves Missi together against Oklahoma City and could stick with that tandem on Wednesday if Zion Williamson (hamstring) cannot play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
15 days ago
Bey did not play in Monday’s loss to the Thunder, with Yves Missi replacing him in the starting lineup. Karlo Matković strained his calf during the contest and will not be available on Wednesday, leaving New Orleans down another option at the four. If Bey can’t play, the Pelicans will cross their fingers that Zion Williamson can. Having missed the last eight games with a hamstring injury, he is also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #1
15 days ago
Williamson has missed the Pelicans’ last eight games, most recently sitting out Monday’s loss to the Thunder after being a game-time decision. With Karlo Matković out and Saddiq Bey also questionable, the Pelicans may have to call on rookie Micah Peavy to play extended minutes if Williamson can’t play against the Nuggets. Peavy would not be a must-stream player if this happened.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • • #
16 days ago
Fears’ 24 points are the most he’s had in a game so far in his rookie season. The 19-year-old point guard has only eclipsed 20 points in a game one other time, against the Nuggets on October ninth. While Fears hasn’t done the best job of converting his minutes into points so far, he’s in line to continue to see big minutes while Jordan Poole is out. Fears has to be rostered in deeper formats based on his role alone, let alone his rookie upside.
POR • Guard • #4
16 days ago
Holiday did not play in Sunday’s overtime loss to the Mavericks, with his absence impacting multiple players. Jerami Grant moved into the starting lineup, with Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe handling most of the playmaking responsibilities. Expect a similar approach if Holiday cannot play on Tuesday.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
NOP • C • #21
16 days ago
The Pelicans remain without Zion Williamson, and Saddiq Bey is also unavailable for Monday’s game. As a result, Missi returns to the starting lineup and will play alongside Queen, who shifts to the four. The move makes sense, as the Pelicans have to account for Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein. The lineup change gives Missi some value in deep leagues, but he is not a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
16 days ago
A late addition to the Pelicans’ injury report, Bey joins Zion Williamson on the sideline for Monday’s game. Karlo Matković may be the player most likely to move into the starting lineup, and he would be worth streaming in deep leagues if allowed to start.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • F • #1
16 days ago
Williamson has been downgraded from questionable to out, and the Pelicans will also be without Saddiq Bey, who has been the replacement in the starting lineup. Karlo Matković may be the next man up, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues if allowed to start.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
16 days ago
With Zion Williamson being a game-time decision, the last thing the Pelicans needed was another frontcourt injury. Absent from the initial injury report, Bey is now questionable due to a sprained left ankle. How his absence would affect fantasy basketball depends on Williamson’s availability. If Zion can play, there won’t be a player worth streaming to account for Bey’s absence. However, if neither plays, Karlo Matković’s opportunities may increase out of necessity.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • F • #1
16 days ago
Williamson received a questionable tag for Sunday’s matchup with Golden State, but he ultimately sat that one out. New Orleans may choose to get him back in the lineup for the second half of New Orleans’ back-to-back set, but even if he plays, he may face a minutes restriction. Saddiq Bey remains a hold given Williamson’s extensive injury history, but Bey’s fantasy value will take an obvious hit one Zion is back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #23
17 days ago
Clingan has not been a consistent double-figure scorer, so the double-doubles have been few and far between. He recorded his second of the season on Sunday, finishing a steal shy of a complete stat line. This was also the second game in which Clingan made multiple three-pointers and the first since Portland’s opener. In time, that could become a weapon for the 7-foot-2 center, but his strengths right now are rebounds and blocked shots.
POR • Forward • #9
17 days ago
With Jrue Holiday out due to injury, Grant made his first start of the season on Sunday. Unfortunately, while the points and three-pointers were good, the veteran forward did not offer much in the other categories. Grant did not record any defensive stats and was only responsible for two assists. That’s been the story of his time in Portland, and why Grant still isn’t a top-100 player despite increasing his scoring average by nearly 4 points per game from last season.
POR • Forward • #8
17 days ago
Avdija finished Sunday’s overtime defeat with everything but a steal, once again providing fantasy managers with excellent value. Jrue Holiday not playing due to injury meant the ball was in Deni’s hands more as a playmaker, which may have factored into his committing four turnovers. However, he was also responsible for a team-high seven assists. For the season, Avdija is providing top-25 value in eight-cat formats, well above his Yahoo! ADP of 51.
POR • Guard • #17
17 days ago
After getting off to a terribly slow start to the season, Sharpe has upped the production recently. He’s scored 31 points or more in three of his last four appearances, with Sunday’s being the best of the bunch. Sharpe didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but he has still provided seventh-round value in nine-cat formats over the past week. The Trail Blazers play four games during Week 5, starting with the Suns on Tuesday.
NOP • G • #15
17 days ago
Alvarado matched his season-high point total on Sunday, scoring in double figures for the third time and for the first time since November 5. Just as encouraging was his logging a season-high 25 minutes in James Borrego’s first game as interim head coach. Alvarado still isn’t at the point where he has to be rostered in fantasy leagues. Still, consistent playing time would make him worth watching, especially as the Pelicans continue to play without Jordan Poole. Starting point guard Jeremiah Fears also played 25 minutes on Sunday, finishing with 17 points, five rebounds, one assist and one blocked shot. He should be the priority for deep-league managers, but keep an eye on Alvarado as well.
NOP • • #
17 days ago
Queen made his first NBA start on Sunday, replacing Kevon Looney (DNP-CD) in the lineup. The rookie may have only committed one turnover, but he struggled with the Warriors’ defenders, most especially Draymond Green. Queen recorded solid rebound, assist and blocked shot numbers, but many fantasy managers were hoping for more scoring. He’ll look to bounce back on Monday when the Thunder visit in what will be another challenging matchup for Queen and the Pelicans.
NOP • F • #25
17 days ago
Other than the game’s outcome, the only negative for Murphy was the five turnovers. He’s only averaging 2.1 per game for the season, so fantasy managers don’t need to be concerned there. At this rate, the biggest concern for Murphy managers is a potential shutdown later in the season, because the 2-11 Pelicans don’t look like a team capable of crawling out of this hole, especially in the Western Conference. New Orleans begins a four-game Week 5 at home against the Thunder on Monday, and they’ll have another back-to-back at the end of the week on Friday and Saturday.
POR • Forward • #9
17 days ago
The Trail Blazers are without Jrue Holiday for the first time this season, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. The void will be filled by Grant, who has flourished in a bench role this season. Holiday’s absence also means more playmaking opportunities for Avdija, raising his already-high fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • • #
17 days ago
Fantasy managers rejoice! In one of his first moves as interim head coach, James Borrego has inserted Queen into the starting lineup, with Kevon Looney being bumped to the bench. The rookie has played well recently and will now begin games on the floor instead of on the bench. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • F • #1
17 days ago
Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, Williamson will not be available. While he was cleared for contact last week, it would be unsurprising if the Pelicans exercised caution with Zion due to his injury history. Saddiq Bey will remain in the starting lineup until Williamson is cleared to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #4
17 days ago
Added to the injury report Sunday afternoon, Holiday is now out for the Trail Blazers’ final game of Week 4. His absence should result in more minutes for rookie Caleb Love, but he is not guaranteed to start. What fantasy managers can bet on is Deni Avdija having the ball in his hands even more, as he is Portland’s best healthy decision-maker.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #4
17 days ago
Holiday popped up on the injury report as questionable with right calf soreness mere hours before Sunday’s game against the Mavericks. The Trail Blazers would be missing much of their star power if Holiday is out with Damian Lillard and Scoot Henderson also on the shelf.
Source: Sean Highkin
NOP • • #
18 days ago
“Could [Queen] potentially start? Yes.” Borrego said. “Could he come off the bench? Yes. I don’t have those answers right now.” It’s not a guarantee, but the fact it’s being considered is a breath of fresh air. Queen has been excellent off the bench recently and has been playing a much larger role than Kevon Looney, who has been starting at center. Moving into the starting unit may not change Queen’s minutes, but it will allow him to play with a more talented group, which should result in more production.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
NOP • F • #1
18 days ago
Cleared for contact on Wednesday, Williamson is questionable for Sunday’s matchup with the Warriors. If he’s able to play, fantasy managers should expect a minutes restriction of some kind. Saddiq Bey would likely return to the bench, eliminating what little streaming value he had while Zion was out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • • #
18 days ago
Friday’s loss to the Lakers dropped the Pelicans to 2-10, and there had been rumblings of a potential move well ahead of the team’s most recent defeat. In four-plus seasons as the head coach, Green’s teams went 150-190 and made two playoff appearances. He’ll be replaced on an interim basis by associate head coach James Borrego.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • F • #25
19 days ago
Murphy had no issues getting things going on offense in this game. Unfortunately, he didn’t get much help from his teammates. He has been on fire since his 41-point game last week and has averaged 29.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 3.3 three-pointers while shooting 56 percent from the floor over the Pelicans’ last four games. Not much is going right in New Orleans, but Murphy has figured things out.
NOP • • #
19 days ago
Fears continues to be a solid scorer, which is rare for a rookie point guard this early in his career. However, it was his defense that stood out in this game. This was only the 16th time in NBA history that a rookie had at least eight steals in a game, with the most recent occurrence prior to this one coming from Michael Carter-Williams in 2013. Fears has been fantastic to start his career and is on pace to make an All-Rookie team in a stacked class.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
19 days ago
Bey has been solid as a starter lately, and that continued in Friday’s loss. He had a rough shooting night, but the made up for it with production in other categories. Zion Williamson (hamstring) has been cleared to participate in contact practice, and when he returns, Bey will return to the bench. There is a limit on how much longer Bey will be worth streaming, but as long as he is starting, he should be a solid option.
POR • Guard • #17
19 days ago
Though he wasn’t able to extend his streak of 30-point games to three, Sharpe still had a decent night as a scorer. On top of that, this was only the second time this season that he had at least one steal and one block. Sharpe had been figuring things out on offense entering this game, and he’ll look to get back on track on Sunday in Dallas.
POR • Forward • #8
19 days ago
It was a tale of two halves for Avdija, who entered the break with just four points. He was able to turn things around after that, but it didn’t have much of an impact on the final score. This wasn’t a great night for him, but Avdija has scored at least 20 points in all but one game this season. He’s enjoying a breakout season, and that continued in this game despite a new season-high for turnovers.
POR • Forward • #33
19 days ago
Camara didn’t provide his usual supply of steals, but he continues to be an effective threat from beyond the arc. He is averaging a career-best 2.2 three-pointers per game this season, which has helped make up for a drop in steals and field goal percentage. Camara will continue to be an elite defender, but the best part of his fantasy game right now is his deep-range shooting.