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HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 year ago
The Rockets are without Fred VanVleet and Amen Thompson for Monday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Eason and Smith will fill the resulting voids, raising both players’ fantasy ceilings. Also, Jalen Green will spend more time on the ball as the starting point guard.
Source: Jackson Gatlin
HOU • Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
VanVleet will miss another game, leaving the Rockets without two starters. With Amen Thompson (ankle) also out, Houston will start Jalen Green as the team’s point guard. Tari Eason and Jabari Smith Jr. will also be in the starting lineup. Eason should be rostered in most standard leagues, while Green and Smith are already off the board in most formats.
Source: Jackson Gatlin
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 year ago
Injured during Saturday’s win over the Pelicans, Thompson will miss multiple games with a sprained ankle. The severity of the injury remains unknown, but the Rockets will be without their second-year guard for Week 19 (Yahoo! leagues) at a minimum. Fred VanVleet (ankle) is questionable for Monday’s game against the Magic and would help fill the void if cleared to play. However, if he’s unable to return, the Rockets will need to rely more on Aaron Holiday.
Source: Shams Charania
HOU • Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
VanVleet has missed Houston’s last four games since aggravating a strained right ankle that sidelined him for a month. With Amen Thompson (ankle) already out, VanVleet can fill that void if allowed to play. If he doesn’t play, the Rockets may be forced to call on Aaron Holiday to serve as the starting point guard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 year ago
While the results of Thompson’s MRI on his left ankle are unknown, what is known is that he will not play on Monday. With Fred VanVleet (ankle) questionable, he can slide into the spot left vacant by Thompson if allowed to play. However, if VanVleet is also out, Aaron Holiday would be in line for more minutes, potentially as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein (10 points, 11 rebounds and one assist in 31 minutes) returned to the Thunder after sitting out Friday’s win over Portland, and both were effective. While the latter recorded his 23rd double-double of the season, Holmgren has blocked at least three shots in 11 games. The second-year forward/center has been a top-25 player since the All-Star break, but availability remains a lingering concern. Holmgren should be considered questionable for Monday’s rematch with the Nuggets, as he hasn’t played both games of a back-to-back since returning from a fractured hip in early February.
OKC • Shooting Guard and Power Forward • #8
about 1 year ago
While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will get the headlines, and rightfully so, Williams is in the midst of the most productive stretch of his career. He’s scored 20 points or more in a career-high seven straight games, and the overall production has made him a fantasy standout. Since the All-Star break, Williams has been a top-10 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. While a wrist injury kept Williams out of Friday’s win over Portland, he did play both games of Oklahoma City’s most recent back-to-back. Hopefully, he’ll be available for Monday’s rematch with the Nuggets.
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 year ago
SGA put on a stellar performance in a key head-to-head matchup with Nikola Jokic. His three-point shooting volume was up with low efficiency, but he stuffed the stat sheet in a convincing victory.
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 year ago
He also amassed eight rebounds, five assists, three blocks and a pair of three-pointers. SGA put on a stellar performance in a key head-to-head matchup with Nikola Jokic. His three-point shooting volume was inefficient, but he stuffed the stat sheet in a convincing victory. The Thunder will look to add another win against the Nuggets tomorrow in the second half of a back-to-back.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 year ago
Thompson fell just shy of recording a triple-double with 15 points, nine rebounds and 11 assists prior to suffering an apparent left ankle injury during the fourth quarter of Saturday’s lopsided win over the Pelicans. He was spotted in the postgame locker room in a walking boot and exited the arena on crutches. There should be an update on his status at some point prior to Monday’s showdown against the Magic, but it looks like he’s going to wind up missing some time. Fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day for the moment.
Source: Kelly Ilko
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 year ago
Thompson continues to shine as one of the most versatile players in the Association. Houston’s point forward has stuffed the stat sheet with regularity since becoming a full-time starter on January 5. He landed awkwardly in the fourth quarter and limped to the locker room, which puts his status for Monday’s matchup with Orlando in question. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status ahead of that contest.
Source: Kelly Iko on Twitter
HOU • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 year ago
Brooks is knocking down 2.4 triples per game at a 38.7% clip this season, both career highs. The seven triples are his second-most of the campaign, and Brooks has hit at least five three-pointers in seven games in the 2024-25 campaign.
OKC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
Both players sat out Friday along with most other Thunder starters and regular role players, but both will be back in action against Denver. Expect the pair to handle their typical workloads.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-08_07PM.pdf
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #55
about 1 year ago
Both big men sat out Friday, and Jaylin Williams got the starting nod at center. Williams posted a triple-double in 36 minutes, but his workload should be significantly reduced on Sunday with Hartenstein and Holmgren back in the lineup.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-08_07PM.pdf
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 year ago
OKC rested most of its regular starters, but a 30-point performance from Aaron Wiggins and strong contributions from role players like Ousmane Dieng and Kenny Hustle led OKC to a comfortable victory over the visiting Trail Blazers. The team is set to bring back all of its regulars for Sunday’s prime-time matinee against Denver, including SGA and Jay Dub.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-08_07PM.pdf
HOU • G • #15
about 1 year ago
Sheppard has enjoyed some great moments as a rookie, but he’s largely been out of Houston’s rotation even while Fred VanVleet (ankle) continues to miss time. His extended absence won’t be majorly impactful in the world of fantasy hoops.
Source: Ben DuBose
HOU • G • #15
about 1 year ago
Sheppard has enjoyed some great moments as a rookie, but he’s largely been out of Houston’s rotation even while Fred VanVleet (ankle) continues to miss time. His extended absence won’t be majorly impactful in the world of fantasy hoops.
Source: https://x.com/BenDuBose/status/1898498694858621075
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 1 year ago
Williams moved into the starting lineup with Chet Holmgren (leg) and Isaiah Hartenstein both out Friday. The 22-year-old power forward didn’t disappoint fantasy mangers that chose to use him as a streamer. Williams had a triple-double and added three steals and two blocks on the defensive end. He’s unusable in fantasy leagues once Holmgren or Hartenstein returns, but this was quite an effort from a player that was on the waiver wire in pretty much every league.
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 year ago
Wiggins dropped 41 points against the Kings on February 1 in a game that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played in. On Friday, with SGA out, Wiggins took on the main scoring role for the Thunder and dropped 30 points in another spot start. The 26-year-old shooting guard has shown he can score from time to time, but generally hasn’t been consistent enough with an 11 points per game average on the season.
OKC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #34
about 1 year ago
The Thunder are without multiple rotation players due to either injury or rest. As a result, this quintet will start together for the first time this season. Wiggins and Joe offer the highest ceilings, but both Williamses (Kenrich and Jaylin) are also worth a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
HOU • G • #15
about 1 year ago
Sheppard is dealing with a right thumb avulsion injury and will not be available for Saturday’s game. Even with Fred VanVleet (ankle) also out, the rookie guard’s exclusion will not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
Saturday’s game will be VanVleet’s fourth straight missed game since aggravating a right ankle strain that sidelined him for one month. Amen Thompson will continue to run the point while Tari Eason will fill the void in the starting lineup left by VanVleet.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Holmgren will miss a third straight game with a leg injury, and the Thunder will likely prioritize him being healthy for the postseason at this stage in the season. With Isaiah Hartenstein also out, Jaylin Williams will likely move into the starting lineup, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Casey Holdahl
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 year ago
Sengun led his team in scoring and assists and finished with a +15 while on the court. He shot an efficient 11-of-14 from the floor and made meaningful contributions in multiple categories. Sengun was one of three starters to score 20 points, along with Amen Thompson (21) and Tari Eason (20), and the trio picked up the slack for Jalen Green, who finished with just nine points on 10 shot attempts.
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 year ago
Eason started this one in place of Jabari Smith Jr., and both were impactful. Smith Jr. logged 28 minutes off the bench and finished with a 16/5/1 line to go with a block and a pair of three-pointers. Eason, however, was far superior from a fantasy standpoint as he stuffed the stat sheet and racked up valuable steals and three-pointers while contributing across the board. Eason is capable of posting similar lines every time he’s on the court, so make sure you pick him up if he’s still on your waiver wire. Eason is only rostered in 43% of Yahoo! leagues, but that percentage is sure to climb following this stellar, two-way performance.
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 year ago
Eason will return to the starting lineup in place of Jabari Smith Jr., who will come off the bench after starting Houston’s last two games. Both young forwards will play significant roles, though Eason will have more fantasy upside as a starter.
Source: Ben DuBose
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 year ago
Caruso will return to the lineup after a one-game absence, and he should see a substantial boost in playing time with most of the Thunder’s regular starters ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Holmgren sat out against Memphis on Wednesday, but there is a chance that he returns against Portland. However, OKC is resting most of their rotation in this game, so it wouldn’t be surprising if Holmgren remained out for another game. In that scenario, Jaylin Williams would likely move into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #55
about 1 year ago
Hartenstein apparently re-aggravated his nasal injury, while Wallace will miss his first game since before the All-Star break. They’ll join Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams among other Thunder starters, paving the way for role players like Alex Caruso, Jaylin Williams, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins to see extra run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 year ago
SGA has been on a monstrous run as of late, but he’ll take a breather against the Blazers. Williams will miss his first game in over a month, leaving OKC without its top two scorers. The team will also be without several other key players, which means Aaron Wiggins, Alex Caruso, Isaiah Joe and Jaylin Williams could see big minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 year ago
While Cason Wallace was the choice to fill the void in the starting lineup left by Chet Holmgren, Wiggins was more productive. The fourth-year forward rebounded from his lone single-digit scoring effort since February 1 with a 16-point night against the Grizzlies, shooting 66.7 percent from the field. Rostered in 26 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Wiggins has been a fifth-round player in nine-cat formats since February 1. Wallace, an 11th-round player during that stretch, finished Wednesday’s victory with four points, four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 19 minutes.
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #55
about 1 year ago
With Chet Holmgren out of the lineup, Hartenstein stepped up on both ends of the floor Wednesday night. Over the past week, he’s recorded double-doubles in three of his last four games, providing fourth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Due to Holmgren’s injuries this season, there will likely be more nights when Hartenstein is the lone big in the starting lineup. As he’s shown throughout the season, iHart has reliable fantasy value regardless of who is (or isn’t) on the court.
OKC • Shooting Guard and Power Forward • #8
about 1 year ago
As well as MVP favorite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played this season, his sidekick’s play should not be overlooked. Williams filled the stat sheet in Memphis, and his fantasy value has increased since the All-Star break. J-Dub has provided first-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats, averaging 23.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 6.3 assists, 1.4 steals, 0.9 blocks and 2.9 three-pointers per game.
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 year ago
Gilgeous-Alexander produced another masterpiece on Wednesday. He’s scored 40 points or more ten times this season, including each of his last two games. According to Basketball Monster, only Tyrese Haliburton has been better than Gilgeous-Alexander in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. He’s the betting favorite for Most Valuable Player and with good reason. The production has been elite, and SGA is leading the team with the NBA’s best record. The Thunder play twice more before the end of Week 18, starting with the Trail Blazers on Friday.
OKC • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 year ago
The Thunder are without Chet Holmgren for Wednesday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Wallace will fill the void, and he and Aaron Wiggins have added fantasy value with Holmgren unavailable. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 year ago
Wiggins was initially listed as questionable with a thumb injury before he was ultimately ruled in Wednesday. The 26-year-old shooting guard has a solid bench role that includes around 25 minutes per game. Wiggins can provide points, threes and rebounds but doesn’t have a high ceiling.
HOU • Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
VanVleet is set to miss his third-straight game since he re-aggravated his ankle injury last Saturday against the Kings. It’s unclear when he might return to the court again. Amen Thompson will continue to start in his absence.
OKC • Shooting Guard • #21
about 1 year ago
Wiggins enjoyed plenty of success on offense in the back half of February and carried some of that into early March. Kenrich Williams could find himself playing a larger role if Wiggins is ruled out.
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Holmgren is set to miss his second game of the month after notching a double-double his last time out. Cason Wallace will get a chance to slot back into the starting lineup for Wednesday.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 year ago
Thompson has played 40 minutes or more in his last two appearances, possibly a byproduct of the Rockets losing Fred VanVleet to an aggravation of the ankle strain that sidelined him for a month. Amen is effectively the starting point guard when VanVleet is out, with Alperen Sengun also taking on more playmaking responsibilities. Add in the rebounding and defensive ability, and Thompson doesn’t need to do much scoring to provide excellent fantasy value. Since the All-Star break, he has provided top-40 value in nine-cat formats.
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 year ago
Eason was one of the mainstays in the Rockets rotation who returned to action on Tuesday, and he recorded his fourth double-double of the season. Even with the limited double-double tally, production has rarely been an issue for the third-year forward. Availability has been the problem, with Eason still not cleared to play both games of back-to-backs. The Rockets won’t play another back-to-back during Week 18, but they do have one during Week 19, which isn’t good for those who have Eason rostered.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 year ago
Sengun made up for lost time after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Thunder, leading the Rockets in scoring for the third time in the last four games. However, he has only been an 11th-round player in eight-cat formats over the past three weeks. Foul shooting (65.6 percent) and limited defensive production are the reasons for the recent downturn in Sengun’s fantasy value. He remains a top-75 player in eight-cat formats for the season, but that does not align with his Yahoo! ADP (27).
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 year ago
Thompson, Brooks and Sengun are back after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Thunder. Their returns mean that Reed Sheppard, Cam Whitmore and Jock Landale will head to the bench. None of those three are worth holding onto, with the Rockets close to full strength.
Source: NBA Lineups
HOU • Center • #2
about 1 year ago
Landale started on Monday and contributed six points, three rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes. However, he will return to a reserve role with Alperen Sengun healthy, which will limit his time on the floor.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
OKC • Shooting Guard • #11
about 1 year ago
Joe has missed Oklahoma City’s last two games, but he could return to play against Memphis. If he remains out, Cason Wallace and Aaron Wiggins will continue to be the primary perimeter options off the bench, though both will sacrifice a few minutes if Joe is back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 year ago
Caruso is out after being forced to exit Monday’s win over the Rockets with a sprained left ankle. Fellow reserve Kenrich Williams played 17 minutes off the bench and may be in line for a similar workload on Wednesday. That’s unlikely enough to make him a player worth rostering in most leagues unless Isaiah Joe (back, questionable) also sits.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #2
about 1 year ago
Landale finished with six points and three rebounds in 21 minutes while making a spot start for Alperen Sengun Monday against the Thunder. The 29-year-old center is questionable for Tuesday’s game, but with Sengun off the injury report Landale has no fantasy value regardless of his availability.
HOU • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 year ago
Brooks missed Monday’s game against the Thunder with a knee injury, but he’s off the injury report and will be back Tuesday against the Pacers. Cam Whitmore and Jae’Sean Tate could see fewer minutes with Brooks back in the rotation.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 year ago
Thompson missed Monday’s game against the Thunder with a shoulder injury, but is off the injury report and will be back Tuesday against the Pacers. With Fred VanVleet (ankle) out, Thompson will be in the starting lineup. His return could negatively impact Cam Whitmore, who played 40 minutes Monday.
HOU • Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
VanVleet returned from a right ankle strain that kept him out since February 1 on Saturday only to re-aggravate the injury in the loss to the Kings. It’s unclear when he might return to the court for the Rockets. Amen Thompson missed Monday’s game with a shoulder injury, but will start for the Rockets Tuesday.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 year ago
Sengun missed Monday’s game against the Thunder with Jock Landale filling in at the center position. The 22-year-old center must be feeling better as he’s off the injury report Tuesday and should be back in the starting lineup against the Pacers.
HOU • Center • #2
about 1 year ago
With Alperen Sengun sidelined for Monday’s game, Landale moved into the starting lineup. To say he provided limited value would be accurate, with N’Faly Dante being more impactful despite coming off the bench. Making his NBA debut, the rookie out of Oregon finished with 10 points, nine rebounds, one assist and two blocked shots in 18 minutes. Neither Dante nor Landale will be worth holding onto for Tuesday’s game against the Pacers, as Sengun should be available.
HOU • Forward • #10
about 1 year ago
After Fred VanVleet’s return from a strained ankle pushed Smith to the bench on Saturday, he was back in the starting lineup Monday night. Smith didn’t have a great night against the Thunder, shooting 5-of-14 from the field, but his rebounding production was solid. This lineup change may hold for the foreseeable future, as VanVleet aggravated his ankle injury on Saturday. If so, that will allow Smith to provide increased value in the short term.
HOU • Small Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Whitmore was excellent on Monday, matching his career-high with 27 points and recording his second double-double of the season. The Rockets were down four starters on Monday, so ample rotation minutes (and a place in the starting lineup) were available to Whitmore. Give him credit for taking advantage of the opportunity. Whitmore’s fantasy value moving forward will be impacted by the availability of Tari Eason and Amen Thompson, who both sat out Monday’s game.
HOU • G • #15
about 1 year ago
Sheppard was tabbed to make his first start on Monday with the Rockets down four starters. The matchup wasn’t easy, but the rookie had a good night in Oklahoma City. Not only were the 25 points a season-high, but this was also Sheppard’s first 20-point game. Add in the complete stat line, and this was a profitable night for the few who willingly streamed Sheppard. The Rockets visit the Pacers on Tuesday, and some absent starters should be back on the court. If so, there won’t be much need to hold onto Sheppard.
OKC • Shooting Guard and Power Forward • #8
about 1 year ago
On a night when Shai Gilgeous-Alexander went off for 51 points, Williams had another good night for the Thunder. J-Dub has scored 20 points or more in five straight games and has provided top-10 value in nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. And with the Thunder playing three more games during Week 18, Williams managers needing to make a push to get into the playoffs are in a good spot.
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Back in the Thunder lineup after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Spurs, Holmgren didn’t provide much value as a scorer. However, he did hit double figures in rebounds and contributed big in the defensive categories. Holmgren has been a top-25 player since the All-Star break, exceeding his season-long value. The only concern for fantasy managers is the availability. Between the recent injuries and Oklahoma City being well ahead of the pack in the Western Conference, there may be a few more off nights for Holmgren before the end of the season.
OKC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 year ago
Playing against a severely shorthanded Rockets squad, Gilgeous-Alexander put on a show for the home folks on Monday. Not only did he notch his fourth 50-point game of the season, but he did so on 60 percent shooting from the field and a perfect night at the foul line. Add in the other statistical categories, and Gilgeous-Alexander was dominant in all aspects. Since the All-Star break, only Tyrese Haliburton has been better than SGA in eight- and nine-cat formats.
OKC • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Holmgren is back after a one-game absence and will take over his usual place in the starting lineup. Also, Hartenstein will start after coming off the bench in Friday’s win over the Hawks, the game in which Holmgren was injured. Cason Wallace heads to the bench, where his fantasy value takes a hit.
Source: NBA Lineups