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BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
11 months ago
Brown is practicing after missing Boston’s last three regular-season games. The Celtics forward has been dealing with some knee pain and hopes to return to full health for the playoffs.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Despite the Knicks securing the third seed in the East on Friday, McBride played 30 minutes as Josh Hart’s replacement in the starting lineup in Brooklyn. He had a good afternoon for fantasy managers in active leagues, providing solid value in points, rebounds, assists, steals and three-pointers. McBride’s role will be different when the playoffs begin next weekend, but his scoring ability will be critical off the bench.
NYK • Guard • #1
11 months ago
The Knicks rested four starters for Sunday’s game, including Jalen Brunson, so Payne was in the starting lineup. As is usually the case for the veteran backup, it was an adventure, but he made big plays on both ends of the court down the stretch to get New York its 51st win. Payne will return to the bench for the playoffs, which the Knicks will begin on Saturday or Sunday when the Pistons visit for Game 1.
NYK • Shooting Guard • #44
11 months ago
With Mikal Bridges checking out six seconds into Sunday’s game, Shamet became a primary scoring option on Sunday. He made the most of his opportunity, shooting 7-of-13 from three and recording a season-high point total. Shamet shot 14-of-27 from three in his final three games of the season. While the Knicks did not have much on the line, the recent run could ensure that Shamet plays rotation minutes during the first-round series against Detroit. Game 1 will be on Saturday or Sunday.
BOS • Center • #40
11 months ago
Kornet made the most of his starting nod on Sunday with a well-rounded performance. The reserve big man has had quite a few strong showings in the final weeks of the regular season. He’ll likely play a modest role behind Kristaps Porzingis in the postseason.
BOS • Guard • #11
11 months ago
It wasn’t surprising to see Pritchard thrive with the keys to the offense in the Celtics’ final game of the season. He finished the regular season scoring at least 20 points in three of his final five games. His role will likely diminish come playoff time, though. Despite how exceptional he’s been off the bench this season.
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #25
11 months ago
The Knicks secured the third seed in the East before Sunday’s game, so there isn’t anything on the line besides Bridges’s games-played streak. He logged six seconds before intentionally fouling a Nets player, with Landry Shamet replacing him in the lineup. Bridges, whose NBA games-played streak is 556, has not missed a game since high school. He’ll be ready for the Knicks’ first-round matchup with the Pistons next weekend.
Source: Ryan Field
NYK • Forward • #17
11 months ago
Tucker is set to make his first start of the season for the shorthanded Knicks. The 3-and-D forward will likely be asked to carry a heavy workload in the final regular season, but there’s no telling how productive he’ll be given that he’s averaging 1.5 points through two appearances in 2024-25.
NYK • Small Forward and Power Forward • #8
11 months ago
Anunoby and Hart returned from one-game absences against the Cavaliers but will sit for the regular-season finale. Miles McBride and Precious Achiuwa a will likely start, but Landry Shamet will have to provide plenty of support off the bench because of New York’s shortage of wings.
NYK • Center • #23
11 months ago
Unsurprisingly, Robinson will not play in Sunday’s regular-season finale with nothing on the line for the Knicks. With Karl-Anthony Towns also out, players such as Precious Achiuwa, P.J. Tucker and Kevin McCullar will log rotation minutes in Brooklyn. Achiuwa has the best chance of blowing up for fantasy managers in active leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
11 months ago
KAT and Brunson will sit out for the Knicks’ final regular-season game. Precious Achiuwa and P.J. Tucker will have to hold down the fort at center while Miles McBride may get a chance to run the offense at point guard.
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
11 months ago
KAT and Brunson will sit out for the Knicks’ final regular-season game. Precious Achiuwa and P.J. Tucker will have to hold down the fort at center while Miles McBride may get a chance to run the offense at point guard.
NYK • Center • #23
11 months ago
The Knicks secured the third seed in the East on Friday, so there isn’t anything on the line in their regular season finale. Even if Robinson plays, he’s unlikely to match the 33 minutes he played in Friday’s loss to the Cavaliers. Precious Achiuwa’s minutes will increase, especially if Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) does not play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
11 months ago
Porzingis and Horford will not play in Sunday’s regular season finale; Boston’s top six players will all sit. Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta should play plenty since the result of Sunday’s game has no bearing on the team’s playoff seeding.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Guard • #9
11 months ago
There’s nothing on the line for the Celtics on Sunday, as they have already secured the two-seed in the Eastern Conference. White and Holiday will get the day off to rest for the playoffs. Payton Pritchard will figure prominently in the Celtics’ rotation, as should JD Davison and Jordan Walsh. Pritchard is the available Celtic best-equipped to blow up offensively on Sunday.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
11 months ago
Boston is locked into the two-seed in the East, so there’s no reason for the team’s core players to see action in Sunday’s regular-season finale. Brown and Tatum are among the absentees, with the former’s status being more concerning. Brown has received pain management injections in his right knee, but the expectation is that he’ll be good to go for the playoffs. Tatum is simply resting on Sunday. Sam Hauser and Baylor Scheierman will play rotation minutes against the Hornets.
Source: Boston Celtics
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
11 months ago
Towns did not play in Friday’s loss to the Cavaliers, while Brunson was active for both games of New York’s final back-to-back. With the Knicks having secured the three-seed in the East, there isn’t anything on the line for Sunday’s game. Cameron Payne and Mitchell Robinson are the likely starters if Towns and Brunson do not play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Small Forward and Power Forward • #8
11 months ago
The Knicks are locked into the three-seed in the East, so there may not be much motivation to play the starters other than Mikal Bridges (he has not missed a game this season). Anunoby and Hart sat out Thursday’s loss to the Pistons, resulting in Miles McBride and Precious Achiuwa moving into the starting lineup. They’re the likely replacements if OG and Josh do not play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • G • #20
11 months ago
Davison was drafted 53rd overall in 2022 and has been with Boston his entire career, though he has spent most of his time with their G League affiliate in Maine. He has made 15 appearances in the NBA this season and will likely play a significant role in the regular season finale on Sunday. The 22-year-old will remain with the Celtics on a standard deal heading into next season, but he will likely spend most of his time in Maine once again.
Source: Shams Charania
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
11 months ago
Brown missed Boston’s previous two games and will remain out for Sunday’s season final. He’ll have nearly two weeks between his final regular-season appearance and Game 1 of their first-round series, which will be against either the Magic or Hawks. It isn’t an encouraging sign that he had to receive injections to address the lingering knee issue, but at this point, it isn’t expected to impact his postseason availability.
Source: Bobby Manning
NYK • Shooting Guard • #44
11 months ago
Shamet has not been a factor in fantasy basketball, but he’s made at least one three-pointer in 12 straight games. The five he hit on Friday were the most in a game for the Knicks wing since April 1, when Shamet knocked down six in a win over the 76ers. With Miles McBride (12/1/1/1 with three three-pointers in 18 minutes) being New York’s best bench scorer, Shamet’s production will be needed in the playoffs. Despite Friday’s loss, the Knicks clinched the three-seed due to Indiana’s loss to Orlando. They’ll face Detroit in the first round, which begins next weekend.
NYK • Small Forward and Power Forward • #8
11 months ago
Anunoby returned to the Knicks’ lineup after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Pistons and struggled offensively. Shooting 33.3 percent from the field overall, the Knicks forward was 2-of-9 from beyond the arc. The good news for fantasy managers in active leagues is that Anunoby only committed one turnover. Hence, the field goal percentage was the only category in which they took a hit. The Knicks visit the Nets on Sunday in a regular season finale that won’t impact the standings, as New York secured the three-seed due to Indiana’s loss to Orlando.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
11 months ago
With the Pacers losing to the Magic on Friday, the Knicks secured the three-seed in the East before their game concluded. That doesn’t take away the sting of blowing a 23-point lead, but New York can take some solace in Brunson looking much sharper than he did in Thursday’s loss to the Pistons. However, while he shot over 50 percent from the field, he only had two assists on the night. Mikal Bridges (17/2/8/1 with one three-pointer) was the more productive playmaker against the Cavaliers, but the Knicks will need Brunson to do a bit more in setting up his teammates during the postseason. New York’s regular-season finale against the Nets may be seen as an opportunity to rest the starters before their first-round matchup with Detroit. If so, Brunson won’t help fantasy managers in active leagues.
BOS • Forward • #30
11 months ago
Hauser came off the bench and played 22 minutes in the Celtics’ 36-point victory over the Hornets Friday. The 27-year-old small forward was feeling it from behind the three-point line as he made six three-pointers on his way to a 20-point game. The Celtics have a rematch with the Hornets Sunday afternoon and it’s likely Hauser will once again have a significant role.
BOS • Guard • #11
11 months ago
Pritchard played 22 minutes off the bench as the Celtics won by 36 points Friday against the Hornets. The 27-year-old point guard, potentially in line for the Sixth Man of the Year award, was efficient with 22 points on 11 shots and four made three-pointers. While Pritchard comes off the bench, he’s a key player for the Celtics, so it wouldn’t be surprising to see him unavailable for the season finale Sunday against the Hornets.
BOS • Guard • #9
11 months ago
White played 34 minutes as the Celtics blew out the Hornets by 36 points Friday. The 30-year-old point guard had 19 points on 12 shots including three three-pointers. White also dished out seven assists and had a major impact on the defensive end with one steal and four blocks. White is certainly a candidate to miss Sunday’s rematch against the Hornets as it’s the last game of the regular season for the Celtics.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
11 months ago
The Knicks still need a win to lock up the three-seed in the East. Brunson and McBride should be available for Tuesday’s game between the playoff implications and the probable tags. Cameron Payne benefits the most when either is unavailable, while Delon Wright would enter the rotation if Brunson and McBride are out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #9
11 months ago
Based on the probable tags, White and Holiday are on track to play on Tuesday. Payton Pritchard’s fantasy ceiling would be raised if either sits, even though he’ll likely remain on the bench. Sam Hauser is another Celtics player who would have added value to a rotation lacking White or Holiday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
11 months ago
Porzingis did not play in Sunday’s win over the Wizards, with Luke Kornet replacing him in the starting lineup. Kornet had one of his best games of the season, and he may remain in the lineup on Tuesday, regardless of Porzingis’ availability. Al Horford (knee) is out, and Jayson Tatum (ankle) and Jaylen Brown (knee) are both questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
11 months ago
While Brown did play in Sunday’s win over the Wizards, Tatum was held out with a sprained ankle. Al Horford (knee) slid into the power forward role but will not be available on Tuesday. If Tatum or Brown cannot play against the Knicks, Sam Hauser may be the next man up, and this would raise his streaming ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center • #42
11 months ago
Horford suffered a sprained right knee during Sunday’s win over the Wizards and will not play on Tuesday. Kristaps Porzingis (illness) could be cleared to play, which would more than help account for Horford’s absence. Also in line to benefit is Luke Kornet, who grabbed 14 rebounds on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
11 months ago
Make it nine straight games with a double-double or triple-double for Towns, whose performance on Sunday was pedestrian by his standards. Over the past two weeks, he has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats, with an average of 3.3 turnovers per game causing a two-round drop in his nine-cat value. The good news for Towns managers whose seasons run through Week 23 is that the Knicks play four games and still have some work to do to sew up the three-seed in the East.
NYK • Small Forward and Power Forward • #8
11 months ago
Outside of Chicago’s Coby White, not many players have been as hot as Anunoby has been recently. He’s scored 23 points or more in 10 straight games, including three 30-point outings. Anunoby was rolling during the third quarter of Sunday’s victory, scoring 19 points on 7-of-7 shooting from the field. His hot streak was the perfect time for Anunoby managers whose leagues ended on Sunday. For those whose leagues will be active during Week 23, the Knicks play four games, beginning with the Celtics on Tuesday.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
11 months ago
Brunson returned to the Knicks’ lineup on Sunday after a 15-game absence. Unsurprisingly, there was some rust early on. Brunson would score 10 of his 14 points after halftime as the Knicks moved one step closer to locking up the three-seed in the East. Following the game, Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau said that Brunson was not under any restrictions, but the team trainer watched him closely throughout the game. Also returning on Sunday was Miles McBride (groin), who played 16 minutes and finished with eight points, two assists, two steals and two three-pointers. The Knicks play four games during Week 23, starting with the Celtics on Tuesday.
Source: James Edwards III
BOS • Center • #40
11 months ago
With Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis sidelined, the Celtics went with a bigger lineup, starting Kornet and Al Horford. Both players recorded double-doubles, with Horford adding 11 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in 28 minutes. While Kornet’s season-long value has been low, there have been moments when he’s worth streaming. The Celtics play four games during Week 23, and the 7-foot-2 center should have more opportunities to play extended minutes.
BOS • Guard • #11
11 months ago
As has been the case on numerous occasions this season, Pritchard is more valuable to fantasy managers when the Celtics are down at least one starter. The reigning champs played Sunday without Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis, raising Pritchard’s fantasy ceiling despite coming off the bench. With the Celtics playing four games during Week 23, he’ll be worth adding in shallow leagues that will remain active.
BOS • Guard • #9
11 months ago
For fantasy managers whose leagues ended with Week 22, White capped an excellent season with another quality effort. However, for those whose leagues run through Week 23, it’s fair to wonder how much they’ll see of the Celtics guard. Boston would need to win out while having Cleveland lose each of its final four games to claim the top seed in the East. If the Celtics make White available for all four games, he’ll continue to provide excellent fantasy value. But the priority will likely be to ensure the team is at full strength heading into the playoffs, even if there’s still a chance to earn the top seed.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Sunday’s game will be McBride’s first since March 20, while Payne played rotation minutes off the bench in Saturday’s win over the Hawks. The Knicks will have their full point guard rotation against the Suns, as starter Jalen Brunson is also available. His presence means that McBride and Payne will provide limited fantasy value coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
11 months ago
Brunson is back after a 15-game absence and will be in the Knicks’ starting lineup. His return means Delon Wright heads to the bench, and the veteran backup may fall out of the rotation entirely, as Miles McBride and Cameron Payne are also available. The few who streamed Wright can drop him onto the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
11 months ago
Brown is good to go for Sunday’s game, meaning the Celtics will only be without two starters (Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis). Brown’s workload should not deviate much from what he’s usually asked to do, especially with the Celtics one Cavaliers victory away from being locked into the two-seed in the East.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
11 months ago
While Tatum was listed as questionable on the initial injury report for Sunday’s game, Porzingis is a late scratch. Al Horford and Sam Hauser are the likely replacements in the starting lineup, with Payton Pritchard’s ceiling also being raised due to the absences.
Source: Cameron Tabatabaie
NYK • Guard • #1
11 months ago
Payne is dealing with a minor ankle tweak but appears set to play on Sunday. He likely won’t need to start with Jalen Brunson ready for a return, so he and Miles McBride should be prepared to serve smaller roles than they have lately.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
McBride has missed eight games with a groin injury but has a chance to return against Phoenix. He will back up Jalen Brunson if he’s active, so fantasy managers should expect his ceiling to be lower than it was during his stint as a starter.
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #3
11 months ago
Hart finished one rebound shy of another triple-double in the Knicks’ comfortable win over the Hawks. Over the past two weeks, he has provided third-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats, which isn’t far removed from his season-long production. Hart and the Knicks end Week 22 with a home game against the reeling Suns on Sunday.
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #25
11 months ago
After a disappointing performance in which he only attempted six shots in a loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday, Bridges was far more involved as a scorer on Saturday. The 20 points were two fewer than his total in New York’s first two games of Week 22, and Mikal has recorded five assists or more in four of his last six outings. The next test for Bridges will be to keep this going once Jalen Brunson returns from his ankle injury, which could be as soon as Sunday against Phoenix.
NYK • Small Forward and Power Forward • #8
11 months ago
Make it nine straight games with at least 23 points for Anunoby, who was impactful on both ends of the floor in Saturday’s victory. According to Basketball Monster, he’s ranked fourth in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Anunoby’s hot streak occurred at the right time for those who have him on their roster and are looking to win their leagues. The Knicks end Week 22 with a home game against the Suns on Sunday.
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
11 months ago
While there was a brief injury scare during the second quarter of Saturday’s game, with Towns exiting briefly, he was able to return and continue to dominate offensively. He’s recorded a double-double in eight consecutive games, with Saturday’s being the third of the 30-point variety. Given Phoenix’s struggles at the center position, Sunday could be another big day for KAT, especially if Jalen Brunson (ankle) returns.
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
11 months ago
Porzingis received stitches after suffering a cut to his face during Friday’s win over the Suns. He isn’t on the injury report for Sunday’s game, so it’s “all systems go” for the Celtics’ starting center. However, Al Horford may still be in the starting lineup, as Jayson Tatum (ankle) and Jaylen Brown (knee) are considered questionable.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
11 months ago
With the Celtics unlikely to grab the one-seed from the Cavaliers, the focus for the final week of the regular season will likely be ensuring that their key players are healthy for the playoffs. Despite Sunday’s game not being part of a back-to-back, Tatum and Brown aren’t guaranteed to play. If either sits, Al Horford will likely move into the starting lineup, with Sam Hauser and Payton Pritchard taking on enhanced roles within the rotation.
Source: Boston Celtics
NYK • Guard • #1
11 months ago
Payne will be back after a four-game absence, but he won’t return to the starting unit. He’ll play the backup point guard minutes behind Delon Wright, which will likely push rookie Tyler Kolek out of the rotation. With Jalen Brunson set to return on Sunday, Wright will only have one more game of streaming appeal.
Source: James Edwards III
NYK • Center • #23
11 months ago
Robinson will miss a second-straight game, with both coming as part of separate back-to-backs. He should be back to play the Suns on Sunday, but Precious Achiuwa should fill out the backup center minutes against Atlanta. He had 13 points, six rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocks in 21 minutes with Robinson out on Wednesday.
Source: Steve Popper
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
11 months ago
Brunson will miss his 15th-straight game on Saturday when the Knicks take on the Hawks. However, he should be back to close out the week on the second night of their back-to-back. Miles McBride (groin) could return for that game as well. Cameron Payne, who is probable to play against Atlanta, should split the point guard minutes with Delon Wright on Saturday.
Source: Chris Haynes
BOS • Guard • #9
11 months ago
White provided excellent value rebounds, assists and three-pointers as the Celtics took care of the Suns. Over the past two weeks, he has provided top-50 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The lone concern for fantasy managers who have White rostered is Sunday’s game against the Wizards, as that could be seen as an opportunity to give him a night off. Boston is essentially locked into the two-seed in the East, so resting up for the postseason may be the priority the rest of the way.
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
11 months ago
Porzingis took an inadvertent elbow to the face from Cody Martin early in the fourth quarter of Friday’s game. The need for stitches kept the Unicorn’s minutes down, but he was in good spirits while being taken to the locker room. If Porzingis is limited or cannot play in Sunday’s game against the Wizards, Al Horford (seven points, three rebounds, two assists, one block and one three-pointer in 25 minutes) would be the primary beneficiary.
Source: Cameron Tabatabaie
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
11 months ago
Porzingis took an inadvertent elbow to the face from Cody Martin early in the fourth quarter of Friday’s game. The need for stitches kept the Unicorn’s minutes down, but he was in good spirits while being taken to the locker room. If Porzingis is limited or cannot play in Sunday’s game against the Wizards, Al Horford (seven points, three rebounds, two assists, one block and one three-pointer in 25 minutes) would be the primary beneficiary.
Source: Cameron Tabatabaie
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
11 months ago
While Tatum had a rough night from three, shooting 1-of-8, he was 8-of-10 from two, with six of those makes occurring in the restricted area. The result was a 50 percent night from the field and a complete stat line for Tatum, who has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. His season-long value remains high heading into Boston’s final game of Week 22 on Sunday against the Wizards.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
11 months ago
Initially questionable for Friday’s game with a knee injury, Brown looked healthy against the Suns. He shot 6-of-10 from the field in the first half, setting the tone in a game where the reigning champs won all four quarters. Over the past two weeks, Brown has only been an eighth-round player in eight-cat formats, due mainly to his limited defensive production. However, he’s shot over 50 percent from the field during this run, so efficiency on that end of the floor has not been an issue for the Celtics wing.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
11 months ago
Brown is available after initially being questionable for Friday’s game. As a result, Boston will be able to roll out its preferred starting five, with JB being joined by Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis.
Source: Cameron Tabatabaie
BOS • Guard • #4
11 months ago
Boston may be fully healthy for their matchup with Phoenix, with Jaylen Brown listed as questionable as they only Celtic on the injury report. Luke Kornet and Sam Hauser should return to reserve role with both Holiday and Porzingis back in the lineup.
Source: Noa Dalzell
BOS • Center • #42
11 months ago
Horford missed Wednesday’s game with a left big toe sprain he’s been dealing with, but is off the injury report ahead of Friday’s game against the Suns. The 38-year-old center might not be in the starting lineup with Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis also available, but should have a significant role.
Source: Zach Cox