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CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 14 hours ago
Mobley had an excellent night at the office in Dallas, except for the foul shooting. The Cavaliers’ forward/center shot 80 percent from the field and finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Dallas potentially having Daniel Gafford for Sunday’s rematch could make things a bit more challenging for Mobley, but it would be unsurprising if he had a big day to end Week 20.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 14 hours ago
Mitchell and the Cavaliers took care of business early on Friday, allowing him to watch a good chunk of the fourth quarter from the bench. After shooting 13-of-35 from the field in his two prior appearances, the Cavaliers’ guard was far more efficient in scoring his points. Add in the eight assists, and Friday was a good night for managers who have Mitchell on their rosters. Cleveland hosts Dallas on Sunday to end Week 20, so he could be in for another good night.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
about 17 hours ago
The Cavaliers won’t have Sam Merrill for Friday’s game, as he has been ruled out due to hamstring tightness. Ellis will move into the starting lineup, giving his short-term fantasy value a boost. Jaylon Tyson’s playing time may increase, but he misses out on the fantasy value increase that would have come if he were allowed to start.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 17 hours ago
Merrill was added to the injury report on Friday afternoon due to tightness in his left hamstring, and now he’s officially out. Keon Ellis will move into the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. Ellis is worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Danny Cunningham
ORL • Power Forward • #1
about 19 hours ago
Isaac sprained his left knee during Thursday’s win over the Wizards. A return timeline still has not been provided by the Magic, but he’ll at the very least sit on Saturday. Goga Bitadze and Noah Penda are in line for additional opportunities within the Magic rotation.
Source: Jason Beede
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 23 hours ago
Merrill is dealing with left hamstring tightness, and it could keep him sidelined against Dallas. If Merrill is ultimately ruled out, more playing time could be available for Jaylon Tyson and Keon Ellis.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
1 day ago
For the first time since the end of February, Bane has surpassed 20 points in consecutive games. One night removed from dropping 35 in a win over the Cavaliers, he had another good night shooting-wise, knocking down 50 percent of his attempts. All that Bane’s line lacked was a blocked shot, and he has been a top-10 player in fantasy basketball since the All-Star break. Orlando ends Week 20 with a game against the Heat on Saturday.
ORL • Center and Power Forward • #34
1 day ago
The Magic received double-doubles from two of their starting frontcourt players, Carter and Paolo Banchero (18/11/5). The former produced a complete stat line against the Wizards, with the four defensive contributions being the most in a game for Carter since a January 18 loss to the Grizzlies. Carter’s season-long fantasy value has been solid, but he remains a challenging player to trust fully in 12-team leagues.
ORL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #4
1 day ago
Suggs finished Thursday’s overtime victory with a season-high point total, with this being his first game with 25 or more since mid-December. Add in the rebounds, assists, steals and three-pointers, and fantasy managers had to be pleased with the Magic guard’s production. Orlando plays once more in Week 20, on Saturday against the Heat.
ORL • Small Forward • #23
1 day ago
One day removed from scoring a season-high 23 points in a win over the Cavaliers, da Silva was even more productive on Thursday. The second-year forward recorded a career-high point total as part of a loaded stat line. Rostered in 19 percent of Yahoo! leagues, da Silva is worth a look in some 12-team formats while the Magic await the returns of Franz Wagner and Anthony Black.
ORL • Power Forward • #1
1 day ago
Isaac played one minute before exiting Thursday’s game with what has been diagnosed as a sprained left knee. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, but it does free up minutes for Noah Penda and Goga Bitadze. According to the Magic, how much time Isaac misses will depend on his knee’s response to treatment.
Source: Orlando Magic
CLE • Point Guard • #
1 day ago
Proctor’s continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he had fallen behind Dennis Schröder and Craig Porter Jr. even before the injury. Proctor should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
1 day ago
This will be a fourth straight absence for Allen, which has opened the door for Sam Merrill to start in his place. Merrill has been streaky, but he is more than capable of getting hot from deep.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 days ago
The lone negative for Mobley managers on Wednesday was his foul shooting, as he made two of seven attempts. The double-double was his second of March, and he’s totaled eight blocked shots in his last three games. With Mobley shooting 56.4 percent from the line since the All-Star break, his fantasy value has slipped by multiple rounds. The season-long value remains fine, but fantasy managers heading into their playoff matchups will need more moving forward.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
3 days ago
After shooting 4-of-11 from the field in Monday’s win over the 76ers, Mitchell was made to work hard for his offense on Wednesday. While he finished with 25 points, the seven-time All-Star needed 24 attempts to do it. The rebounds and assists will be useful to fantasy managers, but they were likely hoping to get a more efficient version of Mitchell.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
3 days ago
Harden was excellent in a losing effort on Wednesday, recording his first 30-point game since being traded to Cleveland. He didn’t record any defensive stats, but most fantasy managers don’t look to The Beard for consistent production in steals or blocked shots. The Cavaliers end their week with two games against the Mavericks, which could be good news for those who have Harden on their rosters.
ORL • Small Forward • #23
3 days ago
With Anthony Black joining Franz Wagner on the sidelines due to injury, da Silva returned to the Magic starting lineup on Wednesday. And the second-year forward took advantage of his latest opportunity, putting up 23 points on excellent percentages. Add in the rebounds and assists, and da Silva showed why he’s a must-roster player until Black or Wagner is healthy enough to return.
ORL • Power Forward • #5
3 days ago
March has been an excellent month for Banchero thus far. In six games, he’s scored 24 points or more in five. He’s averaged 26.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.5 three-pointers per game while shooting 57 percent from the field and nearly 79 percent from the foul line. Even with the lackluster defensive production, Banchero has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats since March 1, according to Basketball Monster.
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
3 days ago
Bane finished Wednesday’s victory with his 12th 30-point game of the season. He’s now second on the Magic’s list of 30-point games in a player’s debut season, trailing Tracy McGrady (26). Bane only attempted three three-pointers against the Cavaliers, doing a lot of his work in the paint and just outside of it. And he could be in for another big game on Thursday, as the Magic host the Wizards.
CLE • Small Forward • #1
3 days ago
Strus’ rehab will continue with the Cavaliers’ G League affiliate. Strus was able to participate in practice last week, so this is likely just an opportunity to get him more reps while the Cavs play a game in Orlando. Strus could return for one of their two games against the Mavericks this weekend, though his role will likely be limited.
Source: Danny Cunningham
ORL • Shooting Guard • #
3 days ago
Richardson will be back after missing Sunday’s game, but that won’t alter Orlando’s rotation. He’ll be a depth piece, but he won’t play enough to make much of an impact in the box score.
Source: Jason Beede
CLE • Point Guard • #
4 days ago
Proctor will miss a third straight game with this quad injury, though he didn’t see the floor at all in his last two available games anyway. His continued absence won’t alter Cleveland’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
4 days ago
Allen will miss a third straight game with right knee tendonitis. Sam Merrill has served as the fifth starter, with Evan Mobley shifting from power forward to center. That should remain the case on Wednesday, with Merrill being worth a look in deep leagues where there’s a need for three-point production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Power Forward • #1
4 days ago
Isaac has missed Orlando’s last three games due to soreness in his left knee. While Noah Penda has picked up rotation minutes off the bench recently, he has not done enough to merit rostering in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Shooting Guard • #
4 days ago
Richardson did not play in Sunday’s win over the Bucks. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, even with Anthony Black (back) ruled out for Wednesday’s game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Point Guard • #0
4 days ago
Black sustained the back injury in Saturday’s win over Minnesota, and he’ll be out indefinitely as a result. Until Black is cleared to get back on the court, Tristan da Silva should continue to take on an expanded role. The latter is worth an add off of the waiver wire.
Source: Orlando Magic
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
5 days ago
Ellis entered Monday’s game having totaled 11 points on 4-of-11 shooting in his previous three appearances. The Cavaliers guard had his most productive night since joining the team via trade, with the 19 points being the most in a game for Ellis since a 21-point effort against the Mavericks as a member of the Kings. While Monday’s performance was excellent, Ellis is more valuable to the Cavaliers than to fantasy managers given his current role.
CLE • Power Forward • #32
5 days ago
Like Donovan Mitchell, Wade was available for both games of Cleveland’s back-to-back after missing time with an injury. However, unlike the star guard, Wade was limited to 20 minutes on Monday. That was all the time he needed to record his first double-double of the season. As long as Jarrett Allen (knee) is out, Wade will have a slightly higher fantasy ceiling, but he isn’t guaranteed to reach it consistently.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
5 days ago
After playing 33 minutes in his first game back from a strained groin on Sunday, Mitchell logged 31 minutes against the 76ers. Compared to his stat line against the Celtics, the seven-time All-Star’s production on Monday was a bit muted. However, category league managers can use the assists and steals, and two of Cleveland’s final three games of Week 20 are against the lottery-bound Mavericks.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
5 days ago
After recording a double-in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics, Harden notched a career milestone against the 76ers. With a first-quarter free throw, The Beard scored the 29,000th point of his NBA career. All that his stat line missed was a blocked shot, with Harden putting forth an efficient stat line in the 115-101 victory. The Cavaliers have three more games in Week 20, starting with the Magic on Wednesday.
CLE • Power Forward • #32
5 days ago
Having started Sunday’s loss to the Celtics after a three-game absence due to a sprained ankle, Wade will play the second game of Cleveland’s home back-to-back. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Sam Merrill serving as the fifth starter due to Jarrett Allen (knee) being out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
5 days ago
Allen will miss a second straight game, and it’s unclear when he’ll be available to return. Until Allen is back in action, Evan Mobley and Dean Wade should hold things down in Cleveland’s frontcourt with Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson earning extra run. Thomas Bryant could log some extra playing time off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
5 days ago
Mitchell went off for 30/7/5/1/2 in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics, and he’ll be available for the second leg of Cleveland’s back-to-back set. Expect Spida to handle his usual workload to kick off Cleveland’s four-game Week 20.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
6 days ago
Bane did a little bit of everything in Sunday’s win over the Bucks. He had 18 points and nine assists as well as four steals on the defensive end. The 27-year-old shooting guard has provided top-20 overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Magic have three games upcoming in Week 20, starting with a matchup against the Cavaliers on Wednesday.
ORL • Power Forward • #5
6 days ago
Banchero had a spinning layup and was fouled just before halftime to give the Magic a 67-55 lead. The 23-year-old power forward had a dunk in transition three minutes into the second half that put the Magic up by 22. Banchero was superb in 29 minutes in the 39-point victory. He’s provided sixth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Magic have three games coming up in Week 20, starting with a matchup against the Cavaliers on Wednesday.
ORL • Shooting Guard • #
6 days ago
Richardson’s absence does not affect fantasy basketball, but there have been a few more minutes available to Jett Howard.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Power Forward • #1
6 days ago
Isaac will miss a third consecutive game with a sore left knee. Noah Penda has played more minutes recently, and that should continue on Sunday. However, he should only be rostered in dynasty leagues. Goga Bitadze’s playing time has been a bit more volatile due to Moritz Wagner’s play.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Point Guard • #0
6 days ago
Black will not play after exiting Saturday’s win over the Timberwolves during the first quarter with a lower back strain. Tristan da Silva will get a spot start after playing well off the bench on Saturday.
Source: Orlando Magic
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
6 days ago
Harden started slowly on Sunday, shooting 2-of-6 from the field and scoring six points in the first half. Like many of his teammates, The Beard was better in the second half, but the hole Cleveland found itself in early in the third quarter was too deep to climb out of. Harden did dish out 10 assists without recording a turnover, the first time he’s done so since joining the Cavaliers. Over his past two games, the former MVP totaled 15 assists and ten turnovers. Cleveland plays four games in Week 20, starting with the 76ers on Monday.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
6 days ago
Mobley, serving as the starting center with Jarrett Allen (knee) unavailable, had an excellent afternoon despite the Cavaliers’ 109-98 defeat. Shooting over 50 percent from the field, the 6-foot-11 forward/center was also responsible for eight rebounds and three blocked shots. With the Cavaliers hosting the 76ers on Monday, the boost to Mobley’s fantasy value would remain if Allen has to miss another game.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
6 days ago
Mitchell may have been one of the few Cavaliers to get the memo about the early starting time, as he scored 12 of the team’s 36 first-half points. He was even more productive in the second half, finishing with a game-high 30 points on solid percentages and a complete stat line. The Cavaliers play four games in Week 20, starting with the 76ers on Monday. Due to his having missed the last four games with a strained groin, Mitchell may not be a lock to play against Philadelphia.
ORL • Power Forward • #1
6 days ago
Isaac has missed Orlando’s last two games with a sore left knee, resulting in rookie Noah Penda picking up additional minutes off the bench. Neither player is in a position to affect redraft leagues, but Penda will be a player of interest for dynasty league reasons.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Shooting Guard • #
6 days ago
Richardson’s potential absence does not affect fantasy basketball, even with Anthony Black (back) potentially not playing. The rookie could pick up a few minutes if available, but his short-term fantasy value is minimal at best.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Point Guard • #0
6 days ago
Black exited Saturday’s win over the Timberwolves during the first quarter after suffering a lower back strain. He was replaced in the lineup by Tristan da Silva, who would move into the starting five if Black can’t play in Milwaukee.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
6 days ago
Mitchell and Wade are back after missing time with groin and ankle injuries, respectively. However, the Cavaliers will be without Jarrett Allen (knee), so Merrill will be the fifth starter. Jaylon Tyson, who moved into the lineup following Mitchell’s injury, returns to the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Power Forward • #32
6 days ago
After a three-game absence with a sprained ankle, Wade is good to go for Sunday’s key matchup with the Celtics. He’ll likely slide into the space that was occupied by Jarrett Allen, who has been ruled out with a knee injury. This would also mean Evan Mobley is the starting center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
6 days ago
Tyson is available despite dealing with a strained neck suffered during Tuesday’s win over the Pistons. With Donovan Mitchell and Dean Wade also available, the second-year wing could be headed to the bench, with Sam Merrill serving as the fifth starter. However, Tyson should play enough to retain value in 14-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
6 days ago
After a four-game absence, Mitchell is good to go for Cleveland’s matchup with the Celtics. His return will bump Sam Merrill or Jaylon Tyson to the bench, with the other likely starting due to Jarrett Allen (knee) being out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #4
7 days ago
Suggs finished Saturday’s victory with a complete stat line, and he’s recorded at least four assists in each of his last four appearances. During this stretch, the Magic guard has totaled 24 assists and seven turnovers, an excellent assist-to-turnover ratio. Similar to Boston’s Derrick White, Suggs’ production across the stat line has helped compensate for a low field-goal percentage in terms of his fantasy value.
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
7 days ago
Interestingly, Bane’s 11th game with at least 30 points did not include a three-pointer. The Magic guard missed all five of his attempts, but he was a perfect 10-of-10 from the foul line. Add in the rebounds, assists and field-goal percentage, and Bane’s performance on Saturday was excellent overall. Orlando ends its Week 19 slate on Sunday against the Bucks.
ORL • Power Forward • #5
7 days ago
Banchero and the Magic picked up an impressive road victory on Saturday, winning by 27 points. While he did commit five turnovers, fantasy managers will take the points, rebounds and percentages that Banchero produced. And Orlando has one more game to play in Week 19, as they visit the Bucks on Sunday.
CLE • Point Guard • #
7 days ago
Proctor has a strained quad and could miss multiple games. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, especially with Donovan Mitchell (groin) on track to return on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
7 days ago
Tyson is dealing with a strained neck. If he’s unable to play on Sunday, that would free up additional minutes for Keon Ellis, whose defensive ability makes him a key member of Cleveland’s bench rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
7 days ago
Wade practiced on Friday and is on track to return after missing Cleveland’s last three games with a sprained ankle. With Jarrett Allen (knee) out, Wade will likely be the starting power forward, with Evan Mobley shifting to the five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Point Guard • #0
7 days ago
Having suffered a lower back strain during the first quarter, Black was officially ruled out at the start of the third quarter. Tristan da Silva has moved into the lineup to begin the second half and will likely be the starter if Black has to miss time.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Point Guard • #0
7 days ago
Black suffered a lower back strain in the first quarter of Saturday’s game against the Timberwolves and is questionable to return. Tristan da Silva is likely to see additional minutes as long as Black is out.
Source: Dan Savage
ORL • Power Forward • #1
7 days ago
Isaac remains out with a sore left knee after also missing Thursday’s game against the Mavericks. Goga Bitadze may see additional minutes as a result of Isaac’s absence, but isn’t worth rostering in most fantasy leagues.
ORL • Point Guard • #0
9 days ago
Having returned to the Magic lineup after missing two games with a quad injury, Black logged 24 minutes against Dallas. The guard did struggle with his shot, missing all three of his three-point attempts and shooting 3-of-9 from two. However, Black provided some value in the assist and steal categories, so all wasn’t lost for fantasy managers who have him rostered.
ORL • Small Forward • #23
9 days ago
While Anthony Black’s return from a quad injury pushed him to the bench on Thursday, that didn’t prevent da Silva from having one of his best offensive performances of the season. The second-year forward didn’t miss a shot, including a 4-of-4 night from beyond the arc. Add in the assists and steals, and this was a good night for those who held onto da Silva in their fantasy leagues.
ORL • Power Forward • #5
9 days ago
Banchero has now recorded four double-doubles since the All-Star break, and he was also responsible for solid numbers in the assist and steal categories on Thursday. Generally speaking, the Magic forward has been a better option in points leagues than category leagues. However, since the break, Banchero has provided top-50 value in nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.