Landry Shamet finished Sunday’s win over the Celtics with three points (1-of-5 FGs), four rebounds, three assists, one steal and one three-pointer.

With OG Anunoby (toe) out, Shamet moved into the starting lineup on Sunday. Unfortunately for those who may have streamed him for the three-point potential, the veteran wing shot 1-of-4 from three and offered limited value in his 28 minutes. Rookie Mohamed Diawara had the better day, contributing 10 points (4-of-4 FGs), three rebounds, one assist, one steal and two three-pointers in 27 minutes off the bench. The streaming values of Shamet and Diawara moving forward depend on Anunoby’s availability.

Jose Alvarado tallied 12 points (5-of-12 FGs), two rebounds, two assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in Sunday’s win over the Celtics.

Alvarado made his Knicks debut on Sunday, and with Miles McBride (core) out for the foreseeable future, the New York City native’s return home takes on added importance. And Alvarado showed what he’s capable of on Sunday, recording a complete stat line in his 25 minutes on the floor. As has been the case with McBride at various points, there were also stretches when the Knicks played Alvarado and Jalen Brunson together on Sunday. For the few who may have been holding out hope for Tyler Kolek to get a few more minutes with McBride out, he did not check into Sunday’s game until there were just over three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter and the game was decided.

Josh Hart (ankle) amassed 19 points (7-of-14 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, three assists and two three-pointers in Sunday’s win over the Celtics.

After tweaking his left ankle during Friday’s loss to the Pistons, Hart playing on Sunday wasn’t a sure thing. Not only did he play, but the wing’s offensive output was a needed supplement to Jalen Brunson’s game-high 31 points. Before he first injured the ankle during Tuesday’s win over the Wizards, Hart was on a run of three straight games with at least 20 points. Depending on how much longer OG Anunoby (toe) is out, the Knicks will need Sunday’s version of Hart more often.

Jalen Brunson finished Sunday’s win over the Celtics with 31 points (12-of-21 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, eight assists and four three-pointers.

Coming off of his worst performance of the season in Friday’s 38-point loss to the Pistons, Brunson showed up in Boston seemingly intent on redeeming himself. The Knicks’ guard did so, recording 15 points and four assists in the first quarter alone and finishing with a game-high 31 points. And after shooting 0-of-8 from three in Detroit, Brunson made four of his eight attempts on Sunday. The Knicks play five games in Week 17, two of which are scheduled for before the All-Star break.

Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Landry Shamet, Josh Hart and Karl-Anthony Towns will start Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Towns is back in the Knicks’ starting lineup after a one-game absence, pushing Mitchell Robinson to the bench. The other change to the lineup is Shamet, who replaces Mohamed Diawara. This is the second consecutive game that the Knicks will be without OG Anunoby (toe).

Josh Hart (ankle) is available for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Hart aggravated his sprained left ankle during Friday’s loss to the Pistons, exiting during the third quarter. He’ll occupy his usual place within the Knicks’ starting lineup in Boston.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) is available for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Towns did not play in Friday’s loss to the Pistons, having suffered a laceration above his right eye during Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets. His return could push Mitchell Robinson to the bench. However, with Boston having started Luka Garza and Neemias Queta the last two games, the Knicks could choose to go big. In that case, Mohamed Diawara would head to the bench.

OG Anunoby (toe) is out for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Anuoby will miss a second consecutive game with a toe injury. Mohamed Diawara started Friday’s loss to the Pistons but offered little streaming value. If the Celtics stick with two bigs in their starting lineup, the Knicks could choose to start Mitchell Robinson alongside Karl-Anthony Towns. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, Robinson is valuable because of his rebounds and blocks.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that the Lakers have signed Kobe Bufkin to a two-year contract.

Bufkin’s contract includes a team option for the 2026-27 season. The former first-round pick has spent most of this season in the G League, earning a 10-day contract with the Lakers in mid-January. With the Bufkin signing, the Lakers have filled all 15 of their standard contract slots.

Austin Reaves amassed 16 points (5-of-10 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, eight assists, two steals and one blocked shot in Saturday’s win over the Warriors.

Reaves’ minutes are still being restricted, and he played 24 on Saturday. That didn’t keep him from having a productive night off the bench, finishing with a stat line that only lacked a three-pointer. Counting Saturday, Reaves has recorded at least eight assists in ten of the 10 games he’s appeared in. With Luka Dončić sidelined, the Lakers will need a little more playmaking from Reaves, and he was up to the task against the Warriors.

Rui Hachimura tallied 18 points (7-of-10 FGs), one rebound, one block and four three-pointers in Saturday’s win over the Warriors.

With Austin Reaves still under a minutes restriction, Hachimura was JJ Redick’s choice to replace the injured Luka Dončić (hamstring) in the starting lineup on Saturday. He was effective as a scorer, shooting 70 percent from the field overall and 4-of-5 from beyond the arc. Unfortunately, fantasy managers didn’t receive much else from Hachimura. As long as Luka is out and Reaves’ minutes are restricted, Rui should remain in the starting lineup.

LeBron James finished Saturday’s win over the Warriors with 20 points (6-of-17 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), seven rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers.

With Luka Dončić (hamstring) out, more of the playmaking responsibilities fall upon James’ shoulders, so the increased assist output is expected. For the first time this season, he’s hit double figures in that category in consecutive games. However, turnovers remain an issue for James, who racked up seven more after committing eight in Thursday’s win over the 76ers. While Dončić has offered elite nine-cat fantasy value despite his turnover woes, that hasn’t been the case for LeBron, who’s ranked outside the top-50. Hopefully, he’ll be able to clean that up during the Lakers’ five-game Week 17.

Marcus Smart, Jake LaRavia, LeBron James, Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes will start Saturday’s game against the Warriors.

Already without Luka Dončić for Saturday’s game, the Lakers will also be without Deandre Ayton. As a result, Hachimura and Hayes will start. Austin Reaves is still limited to 25 minutes, so he will come off the bench.

Deandre Ayton (knee) is out for Saturday’s game against the Warriors.

Ayton is a late scratch after he wasn’t even on the injury report. Nevertheless, he’s set to miss Saturday’s game with right knee soreness. Jaxson Hayes will start at center for the Lakers in his absence and could be worth using in deeper formats.

Josh Hart (ankle) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Hart returned from a one-game absence Friday against the Pistons only to suffer a sprained ankle in the 38-point drubbing at the hands of Detroit. The 30-year-old shooting guard is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics and the Knicks could be severely short-handed with Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) and OG Anunoby (toe) also on the injury report.

OG Anunoby (toe) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Anunoby had a 20/8/4 line in Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets, but somewhere along the way he injured his toe. The 28-year-old small forward was initially probable for Friday’s game in Detroit, but was downgraded to questionable before being ruled out. The Knicks promptly lost by 38 points without him. Mohamed Diawara would likely start if Anunoby is ruled out again, but the game against the Celtics could also get out of hand if the Knicks are missing multiple starters again.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Josh Hart (leg) recorded five points (2-of-7 FGs), six rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer in Friday’s loss to the Pistons.

Hart was back in the Knicks’ lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets, and he may have aggravated the ankle injury that was the reason for his absence. The Knicks’ wing pulled up while dribbling down the court during the third quarter and would exit shortly thereafter. There was no announcement regarding his status for the rest of the night, but Hart never returned to the bench after going back to the locker room. New York ends its Week 16 in Boston on Sunday.

Jalen Brunson tallied 12 points (4-of-20 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, four assists and two steals in Friday’s loss to the Pistons.

Brunson had a brutal night in Detroit. Finding room to get his shots proved extremely difficult with OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns unavailable, as the Pistons devoted even more of their defensive attention to the point guard. Brunson missed all eight of his three-point attempts and did not play at all during the fourth quarter. Fantasy managers will hope to get a better effort from Brunson on Sunday against the Celtics.

Mikal Bridges finished Friday’s loss to the Pistons with 19 points (7-of-16 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), one rebound, two assists and three three-pointers.

With OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns out, Bridges was essentially the only Knicks player who could string together good stretches of offensive basketball on Friday. The overall stat line was line, but the Knicks’ wing scored a game-high 19 points. Bridges and the Knicks, who saw their eight-game win streak come to a screeching halt, will look to bounce back on Sunday in Boston.

Luka Dončić (hamstring) is out for Saturday’s game against the Warriors.

Dončić suffered a strained left hamstring during Thursday’s win over the 76ers, exiting during the second quarter. Rui Hachimura started the third quarter, but Austin Reaves’ minutes restriction may have been the reason for that. Depending on how comfortable the Lakers are with Reaves playing starters’ minutes as he works his way back from a strained calf, it will influence who starts for Dončić.

OG Anunoby (toe) will not play on Friday against the Pistons.

Anunoby will miss his 13th game of the season on Friday, as he battles a toe injury. The veteran wing has been a staple in the Knicks’ starting unit since being traded to New York during the 2023-24 season. Without him, the Knicks’ path to a ninth straight win becomes more difficult. Mohamed Diawara will start and could see his opportunities increase.

Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, Mohamed Diawara and Mitchell Robinson will start Friday’s game against the Pistons.

Hart is back for the Knicks after sitting out Wednesday’s double-overtime win over the Nuggets, but they won’t have OG Anunoby (toe) or Karl-Anthony Towns (eye). As a result, Diawara and Robinson move into the starting lineup, and Jordan Clarkson has been bumped back to the bench.

Josh Hart (ankle) is available for Friday’s game against the Pistons.

Hart is good to go after a one-game absence, likely pushing Jordan Clarkson to the bench. However, there’s a chance that Clarkson remains with the starters, as OG Anunoby (toe) is a game-time decision. While Hart needs to be rostered in most fantasy leagues, Clarkson isn’t a must-stream player, regardless of league format.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) will miss Friday’s game against the Pistons.

If the Knicks want to extend their win streak to nine games, it’ll have to be done without Towns. The All-Star center will be sidelined on Friday, leaving Mitchell Robinson as the likely candidate to fill in for Towns in the starting lineup. Robinson doesn’t offer the same upside but could be on double-double watch.

SNY’s Ian Begley reports that Miles McBride (core) is expected to miss six to eight weeks after undergoing surgery to repair a sports hernia.

McBride underwent the procedure on Friday, one day after the Knicks acquired Jose Alvarado from the Pelicans. With the reported timeline, there’s a chance the guard is available to play before the start of the postseason. While they await McBride’s return, the Knicks will rely on the combination of Alvarado (once he joins the team), Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson to fill the void.

ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reports that Luka Dončić (hamstring) is doubtful for Saturday’s matchup with the Warriors.

Dončić suffered the left hamstring injury in Thursday’s win over the 76ers, and McMenamin notes that there is optimism the injury is not serious. Fantasy managers can breathe a sigh of relief for now, but the extent of Dončić’s injury is still unknown. Until we get more clarity on the situation, the Lakers will fill his vacated minutes by committee with Jake LaRavia, Rui Hachimura and Luke Kennard logging some additional minutes.

OG Anunoby (toe) has been downgraded to questionable for Friday’s matchup with the Pistons.

Anunoby’s status doesn’t bode well for his availability, and if he’s sidelined, Mohamed Diawara could join the starting five. More minutes should be available for Landry Shamet, and Josh Hart should handle an increased workload.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) is doubtful for Friday’s matchup with the Pistons.

With Towns expected to sit this one out, Mitchell Robinson should be in line for a spot start, and Ariel Hukporti will back him up. Robinson is worth streaming for managers in need of rebounds and blocked shots.

LeBron James accounted for 17 points (7-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, 10 assists and one blocked shot in Thursday’s win over the 76ers.

While LeBron and the Lakers ratcheted up their defensive intensity early in the fourth quarter and rallied for the win, turnovers were an issue on Thursday. As a team, the Lakers committed 22 turnovers, and James was responsible for eight of them. He did record a double-double against the 76ers, but the category-league value took a significant hit because of the field-goal percentage and turnovers. And if Luka Dončić (leg) has to miss time, the Lakers will need more from their 41-year-old star.

Austin Reaves finished Thursday’s win over the 76ers with 35 points (12-of-17 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, two assists and five three-pointers.

Reaves remains on a minutes restriction, and the Lakers did an excellent job of managing his workload on Thursday. The guard was available in crunch time, and he finished with an efficient 35 points in 25 minutes of play. Luka Dončić exited Thursday’s game during the second quarter with a left leg injury, and an absence for him would make Reaves’ production even more essential for the Lakers. However, when he returns to the starting lineup — for Dončić or someone else — depends on when the Lakers decide to lift Reaves’ minutes limit.

Luka Dončić (leg) will not return to Thursday’s game against the 76ers.

Dončić left Thursday’s game during the second quarter, appearing to grab his left hamstring before exiting. The Lakers have officially listed the injury as left leg soreness, but more will be learned about its severity on Friday. Rui Hachimura started the third quarter, and whether he remains there if Dončić misses time will likely depend on how much longer Austin Reaves will be under a minutes restriction.

OG Anunoby (toe) is probable to play against the Pistons on Friday.

Anunoby is managing soreness in his right toe, but it isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup against Detroit. He is averaging 21.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 3.1 triples while shooting 58.6 percent over the Knicks’ last seven games and will look to stay hot in this one.

Josh Hart (ankle) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Friday.

Hart missed Wednesday’s game against Denver, which allowed Jordan Clarkson to start in his place. Clarkson scored 11 points in 24 minutes while Landry Shamet scored 16 points in 36 minutes off the bench. The duo will continue to play significant roles if Hart remains out for another game.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Friday.

Towns has only missed three games this season, but he may not be available against Detroit. In that scenario, Mitchell Robinson will start at center, with Ariel Hukporti filling out the reserve minutes down low as the Knicks look to win a ninth straight game.

Miles McBride is set to undergo surgery on a core muscle on Friday and could be sidelined until the playoffs.

This injury is often referred to as a sports hernia. The Knicks just traded for Jose Alvarado, who will help make up for McBride’s absence. Alvarado should be the sixth man, while Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson will still be around to fill out some of the depth minutes when Jalen Brunson isn’t on the floor.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports Jose Alvarado has been traded to the Knicks in exchange for Dalen Terry, two second-round picks and cash.

Alvarado will provide some extra depth in the backcourt for New York, meaning he’ll join Miles McBride, Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson in the rotation. Unless more moves are coming, that won’t leave enough minutes for any of them to provide value in standard leagues, barring an injury to a starter. Alvarado’s defense and playmaking should help the Knicks when Brunson is off the floor in the postseason.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports the Lakers have acquired Luke Kennard in exchange for Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick.

The Lakers haven’t been a successful three-point shooting team this season, but the addition of Kennard off the bench should help with that. With Austin Reaves back healthy, the Lakers don’t have as much of a need for Vincent as a reserve, but Kennard should have a place in the rotation. Fantasy managers shouldn’t pay this any mind, though this will be a helpful addition for the Lakers.

The Knicks have reportedly acquired Dalen Terry from the Bulls in exchange for Guerschon Yabusele.

The Knicks have added to their backcourt, taking a chance on a 2022 first-round pick who will be a free agent in the summer. Terry could never carve out a consistent role for himself in Chicago, and he’s unlikely to find that in New York. It should be noted that Miles McBride has missed the last four games due to a left ankle injury, and there’s concern that he could be out for an extended period. Yet, even with that being the case, Terry’s addition does not move the needle in fantasy basketball.

Landry Shamet amassed 16 points (6-of-15 FGs), two rebounds, three assists and four three-pointers.

On a night when the Knicks didn’t get much production out of Mikal Bridges (five points, four rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer), Shamet stepped up off the bench. For the first time since returning from a shoulder injury, he’s reached double figures in three consecutive games. Shamet still isn’t at a point where he should be rostered in fantasy leagues, but he has given the Knicks solid production off the bench.

Karl-Anthony Towns finished Wednesday’s double-overtime win over the Nuggets with 24 points (9-of-13 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 12 rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers.

Wednesday’s game was the first for Towns since January 19, when he scored 22 in a blowout loss to the Mavericks. While KAT’s offensive production has taken a hit during New York’s eight-game win streak, he has been consistently productive as a rebounder, averaging 13.4 caroms per game. Given his skill, the offense will come around. The good news for the Knicks and for fantasy managers is that KAT’s rebounding prowess has been a constant.

OG Anunoby accumulated 20 points (7-of-17 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists and four three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets.

Anunoby has scored 19 points or more in each of his last five games, scoring 20 or more in four. Outside of the first game of the Knicks’ eight-game win streak, a 54-point blowout of the Nets on January 21, OG has been provided outstanding fantasy value during this run. According to Basketball Monster, he has offered second-round per-game value during the win streak

Jaxson Hayes has been suspended one game for pushing the Wizards’ mascot.

Hayes pushed the mascot before their game against the Wizards on Jan. 30. Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber should fill out the backup center minutes for the Lakers.

Austin Reaves (calf) recorded 15 points (3-of-9 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, two steals and one three-pointer in Tuesday’s win over the Nets.

With Tuesday’s game being the first for Reaves since Christmas Day, he was on a minutes restriction. Coming off the bench, the Lakers’ guard logged 21 minutes in his first game back. Reaves didn’t have the best night shooting the ball, but he was able to get to the foul line. Based on how Lakers head coach JJ Redick handled the rotation, Jake LaRavia could be the odd man out once Reaves’ playing time is no longer restricted. Reaves started the second half, replacing LaRavia (18 points, five rebounds, one steal and one three-pointer). However, LaRavia heading to the bench isn’t set in stone, especially with Marcus Smart (6/3/1/1) being the player who moved into the lineup when Reaves went down in December.

Luka Dončić amassed 24 points (8-of-18 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Tuesday’s win over the Nets.

Dončić’s points total on Tuesday was his lowest in nearly a month, but the game being a blowout had more to do with that than anything the Nets may have done defensively. Regarding per-game value, he has been a top-5 player over the past two weeks. Getting Austin Reaves back in the fold should only help Dončić from a spacing standpoint as the returnee shakes off the rust after missing more than a month with a strained calf.

LeBron James tallied 25 points (10-of-16 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), three rebounds, seven assists and three steals in Tuesday’s win over the Nets.

The Lakers ended their annual Grammys road trip with a 5-3 record, blowing out the Nets on Tuesday. With the game getting out of hand by halftime, the team was able to give its stars a little more time on the bench. James played 30 minutes, and he wasn’t put under too much stress in his time on the floor. He should be well-rested for Thursday’s game against the 76ers, the first of two home games the Lakers will play to conclude Week 16.

Austin Reaves (calf) is available for Tuesday’s game against the Nets.

Reaves is back after sitting out the last 18 Lakers games with a calf injury. Marcus Smart will likely remain in the starting lineup Tuesday as Lakers coach JJ Redick told reporters Reaves will come off the bench and be on a minutes restriction. Despite Reaves’ return, Smart should have a significant role against the Nets on Tuesday.

Bronny James (leg) is available for Tuesday’s matchup with the Nets.

James will return following a one-game absence, but his availability has no impact in the realm of fantasy hoops.

Bronny James (leg) is questionable to play against the Nets on Tuesday.

James missed Sunday’s game against New York, but his status for this game won’t alter the Lakers’ rotation.

Austin Reaves (calf) is questionable to play against the Nets on Tuesday.

Reaves has missed the last 18 games for the Lakers but has been questionable ahead of their last couple of games. He could make his long-awaited return against Brooklyn, which would push Marcus Smart to the bench. Reaves will likely have his minutes managed, so Smart should still play a significant reserve role.

Deandre Ayton finished Sunday’s loss to the Knicks with 13 points (6-of-6 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), five rebounds, one assist and one steal.

Ayton only attempted six shots on Sunday, but he made the most of his opportunities, knocking down all six of them. The production wasn’t on par with what he did in Friday’s win over the Wizards, but the Knicks are a far better team than Washington, so greater resistance was expected. Over the past two weeks, Ayton’s limited production outside of points and rebounds has weighed down his fantasy value. Even if he doesn’t score 28 points as he did on Saturday, doing more as a defender will help preserve Ayton’s value.

LeBron James accounted for 22 points (9-of-15 FGs, 2-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, six assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Knicks.

If Sunday’s visit to Madison Square Garden was James’s last as an active NBA player, he had a solid night at the office. For those in leagues that include turnovers, the 41-year-old committed just one, a step in the right direction given recent performances. LeBron has averaged 3.3 turnovers per game over the past two weeks, and the limited defensive production has also lowered his fantasy value. The good news for him and the Lakers is that they play three games in Week 16 without a back-to-back.

Luka Dončić tallied 30 points (10-of-23 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 15 rebounds, eight assists and five three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Knicks.

The NBA’s leading scorer, Dončić, has scored at least 30 points in six of his last seven games, missing out on a 30-point streak due to a measly 29-point effort against the Cavaliers on Wednesday. He finished Sunday’s defeat two assists shy of a triple-double and has been the top-ranked player in fantasy basketball over the past two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Lakers play three games in Week 16, starting with the final game of their road trip on Tuesday against the Nets.

Lakers head coach JJ Redick said after Sunday’s loss to the Knicks that he hopes to get Austin Reaves (calf) back on Tuesday against the Nets.

Given the high-profile nature of Sunday’s game, there was hope that Reaves would be able to return after missing 18 games with a strained calf. Unfortunately, after going through his pregame workout, the Lakers’ guard could not play. While there is hope that Reaves will be able to play on Thursday, Redick noted that the guard needs to have “100 percent confidence” in his calf before returning. Reaves is considered day-to-day, and Marcus Smart will remain in the starting lineup until that changes.

Austin Reaves (calf) is out for Sunday’s game against the Knicks.

Initially listed as questionable with a calf injury, Reaves will remain out as he hasn’t played since December 25. The 27-year-old shooting guard’s return may not be far off, but Marcus Smart is in line for another start Sunday, though he’s not worth rostering in most fantasy leagues.

Bronny James (leg) is out for Sunday’s game against the Knicks.

James will not be available for Sunday’s game after initially being listed as questionable. His absence won’t affect fantasy basketball, and there may have been even fewer minutes available to the second-year guard due to Austin Reaves’ potential return from a strained calf.

Bronny James (leg) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Knicks.

James’ availability does not affect fantasy basketball, as he is on the back end of the Lakers’ rotation on most nights, if he plays at all. And with Austin Reaves (calf) potentially returning, the chances of Bronny playing decrease even more.

Austin Reaves (calf) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Knicks.

Reaves has been out since Christmas Day, but that could change during the Lakers’ lone trip to Madison Square Garden. Marcus Smart has been the replacement in the starting lineup, but the production has not been consistent enough to merit being rostered in most 12-team leagues.

LeBron James lit up the Wizards with 20 points (8-of-16 FGs), three rebounds, six assists, two steals and two three-pointers on Friday.

James struggled in Wednesday’s blowout loss, but he was able to get back on track in this game. He was far more efficient, though it didn’t turn into a great outing because of how dominant Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton were and how lopsided the score was. Still, it was good to see LeBron bounce back, especially since he has been quieter in recent weeks after a strong start to January. Next up on the schedule is a trip to New York on Sunday, which will be game seven of this eight game road trip.

Luka Dončić led the Lakers with 37 points (13-of-21 FGs), 11 rebounds, 13 assists, three steals, six three-pointers and five turnovers in a 142-111 win over the Wizards on Friday.

Dončić got off to an unreal start to this game, and he ended up entering halftime with 26 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. This was the second time in Dončić’s career that he recorded a triple-double in a single half, joining Nikola Jokic and Russell Westbrook as the only players to do it multiple times in the play-by-play era, per Stathead. He has been fantastic all season, and this performance was one of his best. He’ll look to keep it going in New York on Sunday to wrap up the week.