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NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
It’s unclear when Looney will make his Pelicans debut, but it won’t be Friday. Until Looney returns, DeAndre Jordan should provide depth at center. Looney’s next chance to take the court will come on Sunday at Oklahoma City.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Guard-Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell has a Yahoo! ADP of 97, and he’s played to that level thus far. His most significant issue has been foul shooting, with the Spurs’ wing making just 62.5 percent of his attempts. Remove that category from the equation, and Vassell is providing seventh-round per-game value. He’s a career 80.4 percent shooter from the charity stripe, so Vassell should turn things around eventually. The Spurs end Week 2 with a game against the Suns on Sunday.
SAS • Forward-Center • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama and his teammates made franchise history on Thursday, becoming the first team to start a regular season with five consecutive wins. He’s lived up to the preseason hype and then some personally, sitting atop the fantasy rankings in eight- and nine-cat formats. Wemby has blocked at least five shots in three of San Antonio’s first five games and has recorded a double-double in all five. San Antonio hits the road for its final game of Week 2, at Phoenix on Sunday.
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Looney has yet to appear in a regular-season game for the Pelicans after injuring his knee during the preseason. While he doesn’t have much impact in fantasy basketball, the Pelicans’ injuries led to DeAndre Jordan signing a one-year deal on October 24.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • • #
about 2 months ago
Fears bounced back from a mess of a game against the Celtics on Monday to have the best game of his young career against the Nuggets on Wednesday. The 19-year-old point guard had just two points in his first career start against the Celtics earlier this week. While the Pelicans suffered a blowout loss Wednesday, Fears played 30 minutes, had 21 points and six assists, which were all career-highs. There is a lot of potential here, but Fears isn’t consistent enough to trust in fantasy just yet.
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Williamson is back after missing Monday’s loss to the Celtics with a foot injury, and he’ll bump Jordan Poole to the bench. The other change of note is Jordan, who replaces Yves Missi in the starting lineup. While Jordan still isn’t at the point where he needs to be rostered in most fantasy leagues, remaining in the starting lineup could change that.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
about 2 months ago
While Kornet played in the Spurs’ first two games, Olynyk has yet to see any action this season. Their absences mean that Bismack Biyombo will take on the backup center responsibilities. He’s unlikely to exceed 15 minutes, so there’s no need to consider streaming Biyombo.
Source: Paul Garcia
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Williamson sat out Monday’s loss to the Celtics, but it appears his foot injury isn’t serious. If he’s unable to take the court on Wednesday, Williamson’s next chance to play will come in Friday’s NBA Cup matchup with the Clippers. Saddiq Bey should stay heavily involved until he returns.
Source: Will Guillory
SAS • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle has been able to score at a decent rate and provide his fair share of assists this season, but he has had two glaring issues: his free throw percentage and turnovers. Through four games, he is shooting 57.1 percent from the line on 8.8 attempts per game and is averaging 6.3 turnovers per game. Those two issues have tanked his value in category leagues, even though he has been decent in other categories. He’ll look to have a more efficient performance against the Heat on Thursday.
SAS • Forward-Center • #1
about 2 months ago
Wemby wasn’t able to provide his usual dominant dose of blocks, and he didn’t attempt a three-pointer, but that didn’t stop him from having an insane night in the box score. He was perfect at the line and only missed one shot, which was great to see after he made less than 50 percent of his shots and missed five free throws on Sunday. Wemby has been the best player in fantasy basketball early on this season, and he’ll look to add another dominant night to his resume against the Heat on Thursday.
NOP • F • #25
about 2 months ago
It was extremely surprising that New Orleans was unable to take advantage of Boston’s undersized frontcourt in this one, even with Zion Williamson out with a left foot bone bruise, as they wound up being outscored 46-38 in the paint. Murphy shot just 27 percent from the floor and failed to connect on all four three-point attempts as he failed to reach double-digit points for the first time this season.
NOP • • #
about 2 months ago
The seventh overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Fears made his first career start in this one and it didn’t go swimmingly. The 19-year-old rookie missed all four of his three-point attempts, committed four turnovers and finished a staggering minus 31 on the night. There will be brighter days ahead for Fears and the Pelicans, but he’s not ready to be an impactful fantasy contributor at this stage of his development.
NOP • • #
about 2 months ago
Fears will make the first start of his young NBA career as the Pelicans shuffle their opening unit on Monday. Fears has scored in double digits in each of his first two games and could be in a position to land more production with Zion Williamson sidelined (foot). Both teams are looking to secure their first win of the season.
Source: Rod Walker
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Zion was productive during the Pelicans’ first two games of the season, but he will be sidelined against Boston. Saddiq Bey, who started in the Pelicans’ last game with Yves Missi sidelined, will likely remain a starter in place of Williamson.
Source: Erin Summers
NOP • C • #21
about 2 months ago
Missi is back after a one-game absence, while Matković did not play in either of the Pelicans’ first two contests. With the former sidelined for Friday’s loss to the Spurs, New Orleans went small, with Saddiq Bey moving into the starting lineup. Bey could remain a starter, but only if Zion Williamson (foot) cannot play. Matković’s absence will not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
After looking good in the Pelicans’ first two games, Williamson has landed on the injury report with a bone contusion in his left foot. While the severity of the injury is unknown, Zion’s dealing with another lower-body injury is concerning. He most recently played 37 minutes in a loss to the Spurs on Friday. There isn’t a great fantasy pickup if Williamson can’t play, but his absence would mean more scoring opportunities for Trey Murphy and Jordan Poole.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
SAS • F-C • #13
about 2 months ago
Olynyk, who underwent left heel surgery in late April, has yet to reach the point where he can play in games. His continued absence ensures that Bismack Biyombo will be the backup center since the Spurs are also without Luke Kornet (ankle).
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
about 2 months ago
Monday’s game will be the second Kornet has missed due to a sprained left ankle. While Bismack Biyombo slid into the backup center role in Sunday’s win over the Nets, he only played 12 minutes. There’s no need to consider streaming Biyombo.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • Center • #6
about 2 months ago
Signed to a one-year deal on Friday, Jordan is not on the injury report for Monday’s matchup with the Celtics. How much, or if, he’ll play depends on the statuses of Yves Missi (ankle) and Karlo Matković (back), who are questionable. Even if those two don’t play, Jordan offers limited streaming upside at this stage in his NBA career.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • • #
about 2 months ago
After shooting 3-of-12 from the field in Friday’s loss to the Pelicans, Harper rebounded fantastically on Sunday. The rookie was highly efficient as a scorer and playmaker, shooting over 50 percent from the field and not committing a turnover. Harper’s ability to run the show efficiently came in handy against the Nets, as starter Stephon Castle (13/6/3) committed five turnovers. While Castle will continue to run the show until De’Aaron Fox returns from a hamstring injury, Harper has added value off the bench. And he’ll be worth holding onto even after the Spurs return to full strength.
SAS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Johnson’s fantasy value has been limited due to his inability to consistently provide value outside of points and rebounds. While he had a good afternoon shooting the basketball and was a factor on the glass, the limited assists and steals are why Johnson remains a deep-league option at best. Harrison Barnes’ slow start has resulted in a few more minutes for Johnson, it hasn’t done much to change his fantasy outlook.
SAS • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Having totaled 12 points in San Antonio’s first two games, Champagnie contributed a baker’s dozen against the Nets. He certainly has fans within the Spurs organization, and with good reason. Champagnie’s a good defender who can contribute solid perimeter shooting. He shot 3-of-4 from beyond the arc on Sunday, helping to compensate for Harrison Barnes (4/3/1) missing all five of his attempts. Champagnie should remain a starter until De’Aaron Fox (hamstring) returns, with Jeremy Sochan’s (wrist) absence also boosting his value in deep leagues.
SAS • Forward-Center • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama’s percentages on the final game day of Week 1 weren’t great, but that doesn’t matter much given the robust stat line. Once again, he filled out the stat sheet, including nine “stocks,” to help the Spurs avoid losing a game they led by as much as 26 before the Nets rallied. Even on nights when his shots aren’t falling at a high rate, Wembanyama will provide elite value because of his abilities as a rebounder and defender. He’s the first player in NBA history to tally at least 100 points and 15 blocks through a team’s first three games. Denver’s Nikola Jokić has been the gold standard for fantasy centers in recent years, but he’s got company at the top of the list this season.
Source: NBA
NOP • C • #21
about 2 months ago
While Missi was injured during the Pelicans’ season opener on Wednesday, Matković also missed time during the preseason with his injury. While neither has been given a concrete return timeline, participating in Sunday’s practice without issue is a step in the right direction. The Pelicans, who host the Celtics on Monday, signed DeAndre Jordan to a one-year deal on Friday to help address the frontcourt injury issues.
Source: Will Guillory
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
about 2 months ago
Kornet played well against New Orleans, but he’ll join Olynyk, who still hasn’t played this season, on the sidelines. Bismack Biyombo should play the backup center minutes behind Victor Wembanyama.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
about 2 months ago
Murphy had a rough season opener, and while he was better in this game, it wasn’t enough for New Orleans to get a win. He swiped his first three steals of the season and was far more productive on the offensive end. This was the last game of the week for New Orleans, but they have a four-game week coming up, which starts with the Celtics on Monday before they head out for a three-game road trip.
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Though there hasn’t been much of an answer for Zion through two games, it hasn’t resulted in any wins for New Orleans. Still, it’s good to see him healthy and available. He’s always dominant when he’s on the floor, so it’s no surprise that he’s been fantastic early on this year, even if his field goal percentage is lower than it has typically been. He also has eight steals through two games. He has averaged at least one steal in three straight seasons, but if he can increase that average, this can be the best fantasy finish of his career.
SAS • Guard-Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Vassell was solid in the season opener, but he was only able to knock down one triple in that game. He reminded the world just how good he is from beyond the arc in this one. The field goal percentage was still subpar, and he turned it over four times, but the three-point shooting is what’s most important for Vassell. He’ll look to stay hot against the Nets on Sunday.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
about 2 months ago
Kornet’s debut for the Spurs was quiet, but he was able to record his first double-double as a Spur in this game. He only played 16 minutes in the season opener, but coach Mitch Johnson utilized the “double-big” lineup, which features Kornet and Victor Wembanyama playing together, more often than he did on Wednesday. Kornet played 35 minutes in this game; it’s unlikely he plays that much often, but if he can play 24-26 minutes per game this year, he may be able to provide decent value in deeper leagues.
SAS • Forward-Center • #1
about 2 months ago
Prior to fouling out in overtime, Wemby was unreal in this game. He wasn’t able to match his 40 points from their win over Dallas on Wednesday, but he was able to record another double-double and was close to recording a triple-double with blocks, which serves as a reminder as to why he is the heavy-favorite to take home the Defensive Player of the Year award this season. Wemby will look to close out this week with another dominant performance against the Nets on Sunday.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
With Yves Missi, Kevon Looney and Karlo Matkovic all sidelined, New Orleans signed DeAndre Jordan to help with their center depth. However, he won’t be available for this game, so instead of starting Derik Queen, they’ll utilize a small ball lineup. Against Victor Wembanyama. It’s a bold strategy. We’ll see if it pays off for them.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • Center • #6
about 2 months ago
Signed to a one-year deal Friday afternoon, Jordan will give the Pelicans needed interior depth due to the absences of Kevon Looney (knee), Yves Missi (ankle) and Karlo Matkovic (elbow). However, he is not expected to be available for Friday’s game, meaning rookies Derik Queen and Hunter Dickinson will take on the unenviable task of trying to slow down Victor Wembanyama. The Pelicans may also go small at times, sliding Zion Williamson to the five. Of the two rookies, Queen is the better option to roll the dice on in fantasy leagues.
Source: Dylan Sanders
NOP • C • #21
about 2 months ago
Missi started the Pelicans’ season opener against the Grizzlies on Wednesday, playing 23 minutes and scoring five points while grabbing seven rebounds. Matkovic missed Wednesday’s game and is out again Friday with a back injury. Derik Queen played 15 minutes off the bench in the opener, putting up three points and five rebounds. The Pelicans also signed DeAndre Jordan Friday morning, making this a clear situation to avoid for fantasy managers.
NOP • Center • #6
about 2 months ago
New Orleans is dealing with a number of frontcourt injuries, so signing Jordan makes sense. In the long-term, he will provide depth at center, but he may see some immediate run given the status of Yves Missi (ankle), Karlo Matkovic (elbow) and Kevon Looney (knee). Despite the opportunity to see the court quickly for New Orleans, Jordan is not a recommended fantasy pickup outside of deep leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
NOP • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
Matković missed the season opener but could return to the lineup to take on San Antonio. Yves Missi (ankle) is questionable as well, so the status of both players will determine who starts at center, with Derik Queen as the other option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • F-C • #13
about 2 months ago
Olynyk will miss a second straight game to open the year, which means Luke Kornet will fill out the backup center minutes behind Victor Wembanyama once again. Kornet played 18 minutes on Wednesday and should see a similar workload with Olynyk out.
Source: Matthew Tynan
SAS • Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
This will be a second straight absence for Sochan to start the season. Julian Champagnie and Harrison Barnes started at the forward spot in the season opener, and with no changes to the injury report, they should occupy those same roles once again.
Source: Matthew Tynan
NOP • C • #21
about 2 months ago
That seems like good news considering the second-year center sprained his right ankle during he fourth quarter of last night’s loss to the Grizzlies. Missi will be listed as questionable for tomorrow’s game vs San Antonio, but it doesn’t sound like he will be sidelined for too long. Both Derik Queen and Hunter Dickinson could see an uptick in minutes in the short-term.
Source: Will Guillory
SAS • • #
about 2 months ago
Wednesday’s game included the top two picks in June’s draft. However, due to his thumb injury and being on a roster with the last two Rookie of the Year winners, Harper flew under the radar in Dallas. He had a solid night shooting the basketball, but the rookie was responsible for twice as many turnovers as assists and landed in foul trouble. With De’Aaron Fox (hamstring) unavailable, Harper won’t lack opportunities to play rotation minutes. However, San Antonio’s depth on the perimeter may limit the rookie’s fantasy ceiling for this season, especially if everyone remains relatively healthy once Fox returns.
SAS • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
While Victor Wembanyama received most of the attention in the aftermath of San Antonio’s 125-92 victory, and with good reason, Castle’s night was encouraging. Starting at point guard for the injured De’Aaron Fox, the second-year guard shot the ball well from the field and was a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. However, there were negatives, as Castle shot 5-of-10 from the foul line and committed five turnovers. Those two categories will determine if Castle can outperform his Yahoo! ADP of 115 this season. The Spurs’ guard had an excellent night overall, but there is room for improvement.
NOP • • #
about 2 months ago
If there’s one thing Fears can do at a pro level right now, it’s score. The rookie had a good night shooting the basketball, making 70 percent of his attempts. Unfortunately, Fears did not produce much beyond the points, as he missed his lone three-point attempt. However, he was able to get downhill on multiple occasions. With Fears playing 18 minutes, there was no room for Jose Alvarado in the rotation, with the veteran point guard picking up a DNP-CD. That was an eye-opener, especially with the Pelicans’ lack of point guards as Dejounte Murray (Achilles) continues his rehab.
NOP • C • #21
about 2 months ago
Missi didn’t have a productive night, and things worsened during the fourth quarter. The second-year center sprained his right ankle on a layup attempt and had to exit. While Hunter Dickinson (two points and one blocked shot) played five minutes during the first half, he did not see any action after halftime. Rookie Derik Queen (wrist) played 15 minutes in his debut, putting up three points, five rebounds and one blocked shot. New Orleans went small for stretches, which they may do more often if Missi has to miss time.
NOP • G • #13
about 2 months ago
Poole shot 3-of-7 from beyond the arc in his official Pelicans debut, but he did not provide much value beyond the points and three-pointers. That isn’t the expectation for him, especially with Dejounte Murray (Achilles) unavailable. While most of the offense will run through Zion Williamson, the Pelicans need more production from Poole than what he provided in Wednesday’s defeat. And that can also be said for fantasy managers who have him rostered.
NOP • F • #2
about 2 months ago
Jones recorded a complete stat line Wednesday night, including four “stocks” and a 3-of-5 night from beyond the arc. While he is one of the NBA’s best wing defenders, Jones shot a career-low 30.6 percent from beyond the arc last season. Jones’ overall field-goal percentage will benefit if he can get that three-point percentage closer to his career mark of 36.6 percent, if not exceed it. Only rostered in 34 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Herb should be a popular “add” in the coming days.
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Williamson was excellent in Wednesday’s season opener, even if his performance did not result in a Pelicans victory. All that was missing from his stat line were blocks and three-pointers, and fantasy managers don’t expect anything from Zion in the latter category. With Jordan Poole not being a traditional point guard, the ball will be in Williamson’s hands a lot as a facilitator. He led the Pelicans in assists in Memphis, and that may become the norm until Dejounte Murray (Achilles) returns later this season.
SAS • Forward-Center • #1
about 2 months ago
With the last two Rookie of the Year award winners and this season’s presumed favorite to win the floor on the court, all eyes were on American Airlines Arena. Wembanyama stole the show, as the Mavericks had no answer for him defensively. Whether it was above the rim, in the mid-range or from beyond the arc, Wemby did what he wanted Wednesday night, finishing with a franchise record for points in a season opener. The 7-foot-4 phenom played 30 minutes before exiting with just under five minutes remaining, and his workload should increase as he gets further removed from the injury that ended his 2024-25 season in February. The rest of the NBA was probably already on notice; Wednesday’s performance was another sign that Wemby’s already one of the league’s best and most dominant players.
NOP • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
Matkovic will join Kevon Looney (knee) on the sidelines, which means Yves Missi and Zion Williamson should see a healthy dose of minutes in New Orleans’ frontcourt. Rookie Derik Queen (wrist) is available, and he could see additional opportunities in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
After missing EuroBasket with a calf injury, Sochan has a sprained left wrist and will miss Wednesday’s opener. His absence means more opportunities for Julian Champagnie, Keldon Johnson and Carter Bryant, with the former having been a starter during the preseason. Champagnie should hold onto that role, as the Spurs are also without De’Aaron Fox, while Bryant boasts long-term upside, especially in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • F-C • #13
about 2 months ago
Olynyk is still recovering from the heel surgery he underwent in late April. The Spurs signed Luke Kornet in free agency, so they’re covered from a depth standpoint. Kornet slots in as Victor Wembanyama’s backup, which is not a good place to be regarding fantasy relevance.
Source: Casey Viera
NOP • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
With Kevon Looney (knee) already out, the Pelicans will likely be without two centers for Wednesday’s opener. Matković is doubtful due to lower back spasms, leaving New Orleans light on options beyond Yves Missi. Derik Queen (wrist) is off the injury report, so he can play rotation minutes in his first action after missing the entire preseason. There may also be moments when the Pelicans slide Zion Williamson to the five as part of a smaller lineup.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
SAS • Guard-Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Vassell did not have a big night in the Spurs’ preseason finale, but he looked relatively sharp. Based on his Yahoo! ADP of 99, the Spurs wing may be undervalued in many fantasy circles. Vassell has been a top-100 player in four straight seasons, finishing as a seventh-round or better player the last three. While the eventual return of De’Aaron Fox and the continued development of Stephon Castle do need to be factored into any analysis of Vassell, he’ll be a starter who can reap the rewards that come with sharing the floor with a transcendent talent like Victor Wembanyama.
SAS • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
With De’Aaron Fox (hamstring) not on track to return to action for opening night, Castle will likely be the Spurs’ starting point guard. He looked the part in his 25 minutes Friday night, shooting efficiently and racking up nine assists with just one turnover. Castle’s efficiency was an issue last season, but that’s to be expected of a rookie. Look out if Fox’s absence allows the reigning Rookie of the Year to hit the ground running. Castle’s Yahoo! ADP of 118 may be too low, especially when factoring in Fox’s hamstring injury.
SAS • Forward-Center • #1
about 2 months ago
Friday’s exhibition was the last for the Spurs before the regular season begins next week, and Wembanyama looked sharp. He only missed two shots from the field and recorded a complete stat line, playing 24 minutes. Given how his 2024-25 season ended, the most essential thing for Wemby was to shake off the rust and remain healthy. Wembanyama did that, showing why he should be considered with Nikola Jokić for pick 1.1 in fantasy league drafts.
SAS • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Fox said during media day last month that he didn’t expect to play in the opener, so this isn’t a surprise. However, the fact that he is scrimmaging at this point is a good sign that he won’t miss much time. Stephon Castle should start at point guard in the season opener, with Julian Champagnie also part of the starting unit.
Source: Jared Weiss
SAS • Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
A preseason physical uncovered that the procedure was needed at this time, but the expectation is that he will be available to play shortly after the season opener. Waters could be back for the Spurs against the Pelicans on October 24.
Source: Jared Weiss
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Williamson had another strong performance on Thursday, posting preseason-highs in points and assists in just 22 minutes of game action. He finished well at the rim, and when he wasn’t doing that, his impact as a facilitator was felt. Williamson played under 30.0 minutes per game last season for the first time since his rookie campaign. If he can see an increase in minutes while remaining healthy, the former first-overall pick should be in for a productive season.
NOP • F • #25
about 2 months ago
Murphy finally found his rhythm from beyond the arc on Thursday, after going 3-of-12 from deep through the first two preseason games. His output against the Magic topped his previous total coming into the evening, and he tied a preseason-high in points along the way. Murphy was enjoying a career-best season during the 2024-25 campaign before a shoulder injury ended his season prematurely. Now healthy, the path to another productive season seems clear.