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NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
4 months ago
Initially questionable for Saturday’s game, McBride has not played since December 7. With Josh Hart also out, the Knicks will rely even more on Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson, with Mohamed Diawara possibly picking up a few rotation minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
4 months ago
Oubre, who last played on November 14, has not reached the point where he can play in games. Quentin Grimes and Jared McCain will continue to provide reliable minutes on the wings, while Dominick Barlow remains in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #8
4 months ago
While the 76ers are still taking steps to manage George’s left knee properly, he’s on track to play on Sunday against the Thunder. If, for some reason, he cannot play, Quentin Grimes is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
4 months ago
In addition to right knee injury management, Embiid will miss Sunday’s game due to a sprained right ankle. His absence once again opens up a spot in the starting lineup for Andre Drummond, who should be rostered whenever the 76ers are without their starting center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Shooting Guard • #44
4 months ago
Shamet has been out since late November after suffering a sprained right shoulder and does not have a clear return timeline. While the return to basketball activities is a step in the right direction, the veteran wing still has not been cleared for contact. While Mohamed Diawara has received a few more opportunities recently, this does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Stefan Bondy
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #3
4 months ago
Hart sprained his right ankle late in Thursday’s win over the Cavaliers and was already ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Hawks. He’ll also miss games against the Pelicans (Monday) and Spurs (Wednesday) before the Knicks return home. Mitchell Robinson has started alongside Karl-Anthony Towns before, and that may be the approach the Knicks take. Hart’s absence may also mean more minutes for Tyler Kolek, who has played well recently.
Source: Stefan Bondy
PHI • Forward • #8
4 months ago
George struggled with his shooting for a third consecutive game and is now shooting 12-of-39 from the field over that span. The inefficiency led to a below-average scoring performance from the decorated veteran forward. Yet, even without the scoring, George hit the glass hard to earn his first double-double of the season, and also tied a season high in assists to finish with a solid outing from a fantasy basketball perspective. Still, fantasy managers are hoping he can regain his shooting touch soon and return to form as a scorer.
PHI • Guard • #0
4 months ago
Maxey struggled with his shooting efficiency in Friday’s loss. He started and ended the game cold, while 18 of his points came in the middle two quarters of the game. Although he was inaccurate overall, his five triples were helpful in helping him finish the night with a good fantasy basketball performance, as was his facilitating. Maxey has now shot 12-of-38 from the floor in his last two appearances, which were both Sixers losses. He’ll have a chance to bounce back on Sunday against the Thunder.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
4 months ago
Embiid’s second 30-point game of the season came in a losing effort. The former league MVP had performed well on the offensive end through three quarters, but with just four fourth-quarter points on 1-of-4 shooting, he was one of several Sixers who failed to deliver down the stretch, as they were outscored by the Bulls 17-28 in the frame before losing by seven points. But from a fantasy basketball standpoint, Embiid has shown signs of being the dominant scorer of recent seasons; he’s averaging 29.8 points per game over his last four appearances, and has logged at least 30 minutes in each.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
4 months ago
With Barlow and Edgecombe back in the lineup, the Sixers’ opening unit will look different from the one that played in the team’s 114-106 loss to the Nets in its most recent game. Their returns move Jabari Walker and Jared McCain back to the Philadelphia bench, where they’ll join Quentin Grimes to form a stronger reserve unit. The Sixers lost their only other matchup with the Bulls back in November, but will have a chance to avenge it on Friday and inch closer to the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference standings.
Source: Keith Pompey
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
4 months ago
Embiid is good to go after missing the 76ers’ last two games due to right knee injury management. His return means that Andre Drummond will come off the bench, where he boasts a lower fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Guard • #5
4 months ago
Grimes is back after a one-game absence. He’ll likely come off the bench and bolster a Sixers reserve unit that features several quality players. Grimes is averaging 15.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, but has been limited to 11 total points over his last two appearances. He’ll have a chance to put up stronger numbers in Friday’s contest.
Source: Tony Jones
PHI • Forward • #26
4 months ago
Barlow is back after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls. His return means that Jabari Walker will head back to the bench, and there’s no need to consider rostering him with Barlow back in the lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
4 months ago
Edgecombe was upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Friday, so he was on track to return after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Nets. The rookie’s return will push Jared McCain to the bench, where he offers limited fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
4 months ago
McBride has been sidelined since Dec. 7 but could make his return against Atlanta. Josh Hart (ankle) has been ruled out, so McBride could take on extended minutes in his first game back. Jordan Clarkson and Tyler Kolek could lose minutes if McBride returns, though both have played well recently.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #3
4 months ago
Hart exited early from Thursday’s game against Cleveland, and he will remain sidelined for at least one more game. Tyler Kolek, who has been excellent recently, was part of the closing lineup and could start against Atlanta. Miles McBride (ankle) is questionable and could take on extra minutes if he returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #26
4 months ago
Barlow is expected to suit up after initially being listed as questionable for this game. He missed Tuesday’s game, which allowed Jabari Walker to start in his place. With Barlow expected back, Walker will head back to the bench and lose the limited streaming appeal he had.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Guard • #5
4 months ago
Grimes is expected to suit up after missing Tuesday’s game against Brooklyn. Justin Edwards and Eric Gordon took on larger roles with Grimes unavailable, but they’ll both likely be pushed back out of the rotation with Grimes expected back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
4 months ago
Edgecombe is expected to return after missing Tuesday’s game again Brooklyn. Jared McCain started in his stead, but with Edgecombe likely back, he’ll return to the bench. Quentin Grimes (illness) is now probable as well, so McCain will lose most of the streaming value he held.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Guard • #5
4 months ago
Grimes did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Nets, resulting in more rotation minutes for fellow reserves Justin Edwards and Eric Gordon. While Edwards may remain in the rotation if Grimes plays, Gordon could fall out entirely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
4 months ago
After playing on one day’s rest for the first time this season, Embiid missed two games before returning to action on Tuesday against the Nets. With the 76ers also playing on Sunday against the Thunder, he may be limited to one more appearance this week. Andre Drummond should be rostered, even if Embiid is cleared to play on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
4 months ago
Edgecombe did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Nets, allowing Jared McCain to start and play 39 minutes. While he did struggle on Tuesday, McCain does have a higher fantasy ceiling when he’s allowed to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #26
4 months ago
While Barlow’s absence may not significantly affect fantasy basketball, it did open up a spot in the starting lineup. Jabari Walker filled the void but only played 13 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Nets. There’s no need to consider streaming Walker if Barlow remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Point Guard • #13
4 months ago
Fresh off the most productive game of his NBA career, Kolek had another impactful performance on Christmas Day. The second-year guard finished one assist shy of a double-double and combined with Jordan Clarkson to score 41 points. Kolek may not be at the point where he’s a must-roster player, but Josh Hart’s fourth-quarter ankle injury may open up additional minutes for the Knicks’ reserves.
NYK • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #00
4 months ago
As much as Christmas Day games focus on name-brand stars, the Knicks’ bench was the difference in Thursday’s victory. Clarkson and Tyler Kolek spearheaded an 18-0 second-quarter run that erased a terrible start, and both made key plays during the second half to complete the rally. Clarkson’s 25 points are a season-high, and he’s reached double figures in four of his last five games. If Josh Hart (ankle) has to miss time, Clarkson’s opportunities will likely increase despite coming off the bench.
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
4 months ago
Towns fell into the bad habit of committing silly fouls, as two within the first two-plus minutes parked him on the bench early in the first quarter. While the scoring wasn’t there, KAT did grab a game-high 14 rebounds, including a putback of a Tyler Kolek miss with 27.3 seconds remaining that gave New York a four-point lead. Towns and Mitchell Robinson (13 rebounds, two assists and one blocked shot) combined to corral 27 of New York’s 43 rebounds on the day. The Knicks end Week 10 with a game against the Hawks on Saturday.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
4 months ago
Brusnon and the Knicks got off to a brutally slow start on Christmas Day, making just two of their first 15 shot attempts. New York would get off the mat during the second and fourth quarters, but it was the bench that sparked the rallies as opposed to Brunson. The captain finished with his 15th game of 30 points or more, so all wasn’t lost for those who have him rostered. And individual plus/minus, which can be a flawed stat to begin with, is not a scoring category in fantasy leagues.
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #3
4 months ago
Hart was not on the court to finish Thursday’s comeback victory, as he sprained his right ankle on a drive to the basket early in the fourth quarter. The Knicks’ wing made his free throws and then limped back to the locker room after the team gave an intentional foul. Hart would not return, but he was on the bench to watch the Knicks complete their comeback. Tyler Kolek was part of the closing lineup, and he could take on an expanded role if Hart misses time.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
4 months ago
Brunson and Anunoby are back after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves. Their returns push Tyler Kolek and Mitchell Robinson to the bench, lowering the fantasy ceiling of the former. As for Robinson, coming off the bench may be better for him given the injury history.
Source: NBA Lineups
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #28
4 months ago
Yabusele is good to go after missing Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves. However, he has not been guaranteed rotation minutes recently, so the forward’s availability does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
4 months ago
Deuce has been out since December 7, and his absence will extend through Christmas. For as long as McBride is on the shelf, Tyler Kolek should see additional run off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Small Forward and Power Forward • #8
4 months ago
Anunoby will return following a one-game absence, and he should be expected to slot back into the starting five. With Guerschon Yabusele (illness) questionable, Anunoby could be leaned on more heavily.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
4 months ago
Brunson will be back in action following Tuesday’s absence, and he should handle his typical workload. Tyler Kolek played well on Tuesday in his first career start, but he’ll head back to the bench in favor of New York’s usual starting PG. Brunson is fresh off a tremendous, 47-point performance in Sunday’s win over Miami, and he’ll look to build on that momentum on the national stage for the Christmas Day slate.
Source: Shams Charania
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #3
4 months ago
For the first time since late November, Hart has recorded double-doubles in consecutive games. Against the Timberwolves, he matched his season-high in rebounds and recorded at least eight assists in a game for the fifth time this season. Even when his shots aren’t falling, Hart is good enough to provide reliable category league value. A top-50 player in eight-cat formats, he’s rostered in 77 percent of Yahoo! leagues.
NYK • Point Guard • #13
4 months ago
Due to Jalen Brunson being out with an ankle injury, Kolek made his first career start on Tuesday. The second-year guard didn’t shoot the ball as well as he’s capable of, but he did record career-highs in points and rebounds. While Kolek remains limited to streaming status in fantasy leagues, his play in recent weeks may establish him as the Knicks’ backup point guard as the season progresses.
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
4 months ago
The Knicks didn’t have Jalen Brunson or OG Anunoby on Tuesday, so even more of the team’s offense ran through Towns. The 7-footer took full advantage, recording his first 40-point game of the season. Add in the rebounds and three-pointers, and this was one of KAT’s best performances of the season. Brunson and Anunoby should be back for the Knicks’ Christmas Day matinee against the Cavaliers, but Towns should remain an elite option in fantasy leagues.
PHI • Guard • #0
4 months ago
Tuesday ranked among Maxey’s worst performances of the season, as he started 1-of-10 from the field. The good news for fantasy managers was that he recorded four steals, but this was a forgettable night otherwise. He’ll look to bounce back on Friday when the 76ers visit the Bulls.
PHI • Forward • #8
4 months ago
George didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but to the delight of fantasy managers, he recorded a complete stat line. The six defensive contributions were the most in a game for him this season, surpassing his five-steal effort against the Hawks on November 30. Like Joel Embiid, George should benefit from getting a little time off, as the 76ers won’t play again until Friday in Chicago.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
4 months ago
Embiid finished the night with a nice stat line, but more important for the fantasy managers was that he returned after a third-quarter injury scare. The 7-footer appeared to tweak his right knee after crossing paths with Brooklyn’s Terance Mann. After a trip to the locker room, Embiid was back on the floor later in the quarter. Philadelphia doesn’t play again until Friday, giving Embiid a few days to rest his ailing knees.
NYK • Point Guard • #13
4 months ago
Both Jalen Brunson (ankle) and OG Anunoby (ankle) are sidelined for this game. That allows Kolek and Robinson to enter the starting unit, with Kolek making the first start of his young career. Robinson will provide more size in the starting unit, which will help the Knicks match up with Rudy Gobert down low.
Source: Steve Popper
PHI • Forward • #26
4 months ago
While the 76ers are on track to get Joel Embiid back on Tuesday, they’ll be without Barlow due to illness. Jabari Walker and Justin Edwards are potential replacements in the starting lineup, with the former offering a slightly higher ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Guard • #5
4 months ago
Grimes was initially questionable, but he’ll end up as one of three 76ers to miss this game with an illness. With VJ Edgecombe also out, Jared McCain and Justin Edwards should both see a large bump in minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
4 months ago
The 76ers will be without two rotation guards, as Edgecombe and Grimes are out due to illness. Jared McCain and Justin Edwards should see increases in playing time, and Eric Gordon may sneak into the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
4 months ago
Edgecombe will join Quentin Grimes on the injury report, and the former’s late addition puts him in danger of sitting out on Tuesday. If both players end up sidelined, Jared McCain and Justin Edwards could see a bump in minutes.
Source: Keith Pompey
PHI • Guard • #5
4 months ago
Grimes has been a key reserve for the 76ers this season, and losing him would significantly impact the bench unit. There may be additional minutes available to someone like Eric Gordon, but there’s nothing to gain from streaming him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
4 months ago
Embiid is likely to return Tuesday after a two-game absence due to illness. He practiced Monday and is listed as probable for Tuesday’s game against the Nets. With the 31-year-old center back, Andre Drummond will return to a bench role.
PHI • Forward • #26
4 months ago
Barlow has been one of Philadelphia’s pleasant surprises this season, even if his production has not made him a player worth relying on consistently in standard fantasy leagues. If he’s unable to play on Tuesday, additional minutes will be available to Jabari Walker. Also, the 76ers could choose to start Paul George at the four instead of the three.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
4 months ago
With both guards and Landry Shamet (shoulder) sidelined, Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson should be in line for big minutes in the backcourt. Kolek has averaged 7.0 points, 3.8 rebounds and 5.0 assists across 19.8 minutes over his last four games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Small Forward and Power Forward • #8
4 months ago
New York will be thin at forward on Tuesday, which means Mohamed Diawara should see increased run. Despite a potential uptick in playing time, Diawara is unlikely to do enough to be worth streaming in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
4 months ago
Towns had a brutal night against the Heat, not scoring his first (and only) points until the third quarter. For the second time in his NBA career and first since November 2017, KAT failed to score at least six points in a game. Fantasy managers should not be concerned about Towns long-term, but this was a rough way for him to end Week 9. The Knicks open a three-game Week 10 on Tuesday against the Timberwolves.
Source: James Edwards III
NYK • Small Forward and Power Forward • #8
4 months ago
Anunoby has shot 41.4 percent from the field over the last two weeks, which explains why his season-long fantasy value has slipped just outside of the top-50. However, Sunday’s performance was good, as he shot 50 percent from the field and recorded a complete stat line. Anunoby and the Knicks play three games in Week 10, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #25
4 months ago
For the first time this season, Bridges has failed to record a steal or blocked shot in consecutive games. However, his offensive production has increased, with the Knicks wing having scored at least 20 points in three straight games for the first time since late October. Bridges remains a top-10 player in nine-cat formats and a top-20 player in eight-cat. For a player who entered the year with a Yahoo! ADP in the eighties, this has been an excellent first third of the season for Bridges.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
4 months ago
Brunson was rolling from the start on Sunday, scoring 27 points in the first half. The Heat couldn’t come up with an answer for the Knicks guard after the break either. His 47 points were a season-high and the most he’s scored in a game at Madison Square Garden. Brunson and the Knicks now have a friendlier week from a scheduling standpoint, as they play three games in Week 10 without a back-to-back.
PHI • Center • #1
4 months ago
Drummond has started the last two games with Joel Embiid (illness) out. The 32-year-old center only played 23 minutes Saturday in the second game of a back-to-back compared to the 32 minutes he played Friday. Drummond was still productive with 12 rebounds, but only had six points after dropping 14 points and three three-pointers Friday. He’s still a solid streamer when Embiid misses time.
PHI • • #
4 months ago
While Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 38 points, Edgecombe was instrumental in the victory with 26 points of his own. The 20-year-old rookie guard is averaging 15.6 points per game, but has scored at least 20 points in four consecutive games. Edgecombe is providing top-100 value and exceeding his preseason draft position. Edgecombe and the 76ers are off until Tuesday, when they’ll take on the Nets.
NYK • Center • #23
4 months ago
Much to the delight of those in attendance or watching on TV, Robinson and Philadelphia’s Andre Drummond put on a shooting clinic. The latter handled the three-point shooting, but the Knicks’ center shot 7-of-8 from the foul line. Robinson entered Friday shooting 6-of-27 (22.2 percent) from the charity stripe. Between the free throws and points, with this being Robinson’s first 20-point game since February 2020, the 7-footer had a massive night. That said, he’s rostered in only seven percent of Yahoo! leagues for a reason. Be sure to keep the expectations in check, fantasy managers.
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #25
4 months ago
For the second time in his last three appearances, Bridges failed to record a steal or blocked shot on Friday. The good news for those who have him rostered is that the Knicks wing was productive in the offensive categories. Also, this is the first time that Bridges has scored 20 points or more in at least two consecutive games since New York’s final three games of October. The Knicks end Week 9 with a home game against the Heat on Sunday.
NYK • Center and Power Forward • #32
4 months ago
Towns finished Friday’s defeat with his 18th double-double of the season and third in his last five appearances. He’s dealt with some lower-body injuries recently, which may factor into the relative lack of double-doubles. However, Towns has still been a top-20 player in nine-cat formats over the last two weeks. He’ll look to end Week 9 on a high note when the Knicks host the Heat on Sunday.
NYK • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #11
4 months ago
Brunson was one of three Knicks to score at least 21 points on Friday, but his percentages may have been evidence of some fatigue. Of course, Philadelphia’s VJ Edgecombe deserves credit for his work on defense, but Brunson’s shooting 1-of-7 from three was not the norm for him. And he’ll have one more game to navigate during Week 9, with the Knicks hosting the Heat on Sunday.
NYK • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #25
4 months ago
Hart and Towns are back after sitting out Thursday’s win over the Pacers, with Mohamed Diawara and Ariel Hukporti heading to the bench. Neither player is guaranteed to remain in the rotation, as Miles McBride and Landry Shamet are the lone Knicks regulars who are not available.
Source: NBA Lineups