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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
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
6 days ago
Cunningham is back after missing Saturday’s loss to the Nets. His return pushes Daniss Jenkins to the bench, with Marcus Sasser starting alongside the Pistons’ All-Star guard. Duncan Robinson, Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren complete the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
6 days ago
Cunningham is on track to play after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Nets. His return would push Marcus Sasser to the bench, where there may still be some minutes available to the young guard with Caris LeVert (wrist) out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
6 days ago
LeVert played 16 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Nets. With Cade Cunningham considered probable, he can absorb LeVert’s minutes, and then some. According to Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, there is no timeline for LeVert’s return.
Source: Coty M. Davis
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
DET • Center • #0
7 days ago
While the field-goal percentage wasn’t great, most managers who have Duren on their rosters will be pleased with his final line. The Pistons center recorded a double-double with four defensive contributions after playing just 12 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs due to foul trouble. And Duren will have another opportunity to put up numbers in Week 19, as the Pistons face the Heat on Sunday.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
7 days ago
Harris’ 18 points led the way for the shorthanded Pistons, and the double-double was his first since a February 19 win over the Knicks and third of the season. Due to Cade Cunningham’s quad injury, Harris’s offensive ceiling has been raised for the end of Week 19. If Cunningham can’t play on Friday against the Heat, that’s another game in which Harris could prove more valuable to fantasy managers.
DET • Point Guard • #24
7 days ago
With no Cade Cunningham (quad) or Ausar Thompson (ankle), the Pistons called on Jenkins and Marcus Sasser to start against the Nets. The former had an opportunity to tie the game in the Pistons’ penultimate possession, but his shot was short of the mark. Jenkins did record nine assists and two steals, so those who streamed him received solid value in those categories. As for Sasser, he accounted for eight points, three rebounds, four assists, five steals and two three-pointers. The Pistons are likely to be without Thompson for multiple games, and Cunningham’s status for Sunday’s game against the Heat remains undetermined. As a result, Jenkins and Sasser could be in line for another start.
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.
DET • Point Guard • #25
7 days ago
The Pistons will roll out a new starting backcourt on Saturday, as Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson are out due to injury. Jenkins and Sasser will start, with the former offering a higher streaming ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
DET • Center • #0
7 days ago
Duren is officially available after landing on the injury report with back spasms. He’ll occupy his usual place within the Pistons’ starting lineup.
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
DET • Small Forward • #9
7 days ago
Thompson sprained his ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Spurs and has already been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Nets, and Sunday’s matchup with the Heat may be off the table as well. Ausar’s absence may lead to Ron Holland moving into the starting lineup, which would raise the second-year wing’s short-term fantasy ceiling.
Source: Omari Sankofa
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
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
7 days ago
Cunningham is set to miss just his eighth game of the season. The Pistons will be severely shorthanded against the Nets as they’ll also be without starting small forward Ausar Thompson (ankle). Daniss Jenkins will likely start for the Pistons and is a recommended streaming option in standard leagues.
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.
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
8 days ago
An eye injury forced Holland’s premature exit from Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, resulting in a few more minutes for fellow reserve Kevin Huerter. Holland’s absence from the injury report means that he’s good to go for Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #9
8 days ago
Thompson appeared to roll his ankle early in the first quarter of Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, so it’s no surprise he’s already been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Nets with a right ankle sprain. Ron Holland (eye) could move into the starting lineup as he’s off the injury report.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
8 days ago
Cunningham is dealing with a left quad contusion, which he suffered during Thursday’s loss to the Spurs. If he’s unable to play against the Nets, the Pistons will likely turn to Daniss Jenkins to fill the void. Given the matchup, Jenkins would be a worthwhile streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
8 days ago
Duren is probable for Saturday’s game against the Nets with low back spasms. The 22-year-old center is likely to suit up and will be looking to extend his streak of six consecutive games with a double-double. A first-time All-Star, Duren has been one of the most consistent centers in fantasy basketball this year.
DET • Center and Power Forward • #28
9 days ago
In his second game back after serving a seven-game suspension, Stewart was able to make a big impact off the bench with Jalen Duren limited to 12 minutes due to foul trouble. This was a strong performance for Beef Stew in what has been a strong season for him, though performances like this won’t come consistently when Duren is healthy. Still, this was a productive outing for him.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
9 days ago
Though this was another inefficient performance for Cunningham, he was better as a scorer than he was in Cleveland on Tuesday, when he was held to just 10 points. However, over his last five games, he has averaged 5.2 turnovers per game. Turnovers have been a weak category for him all season, but this has been a rough stretch by his standards. Still, the counting stats were strong, and he gets an easier matchup against the Nets in their next outing on Saturday.
DET • Point Guard • #24
9 days ago
Ausar Thompson injured his ankle in the first quarter, and while there was no official diagnosis from the Pistons, he didn’t end up returning. Jenkins ended up starting the second half in his place, but he did nothing in his 14 minutes. He missed all six of his shot attempts, and his only stats were one assist and one turnover. Jenkins has been effective as a starter in the past, so if he gets the opportunity to start if Thompson misses time beyond this game, he should be better than he was in this game.
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
9 days ago
Holland had been playing well in this game, scoring 10 points in 12 minutes prior to his exit. Kevin Huerter may see a few extra minutes if Holland misses time beyond the end of this game.
Source: Pistons PR
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.
ORL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #4
9 days ago
With the Magic on the verge of suffering a disappointing home defeat, Suggs came through with two huge plays in the final minute. After hitting a three-pointer with 32.2 seconds remaining to pull Orlando to within one, Suggs found Wendell Carter Jr. for the game-winning dunk with 1.4 seconds remaining. The Magic guard’s availability to fill a stat line makes him a valuable player in category leagues, even with his shooting 43.2 percent from the field this season.
ORL • Power Forward • #1
9 days ago
Isaac will not be available for Thursday’s game due to a sore left knee, freeing a few minutes on the back end of the Magic’s frontcourt rotation. Goga Bitadze may pick up a few more minutes, but he isn’t worth the risk in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Center and Power Forward • #34
9 days ago
WCJ will be back after missing Tuesday’s game against Washington. Goga Bitadze started that game in his place, but he’ll likely be pushed back out of the rotation entirely with Carter returning.
Source: Orlando Magic PR
ORL • Center and Power Forward • #34
10 days ago
Carter was a late scratch against Washington on Tuesday and could remain out for another game. Goga Bitadze started in his place, but he wasn’t productive during his 21 minutes on the floor. Bitadze’s streaming upside will be limited if Carter remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Point Guard • #0
10 days ago
Black has missed Orlando’s last two games, which has allowed Tristan da Silva to start in his stead. If he returns to take on Dallas, da Silva will return to playing a role off the bench. He has started the last six games for Orlando due to Jalen Suggs’ absence as well, and he has averaged 11.0 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game during this stretch.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
11 days ago
This was the ninth time in Bane’s last 11 games that he scored at least 20 points, and during that stretch, he has shot at least 60 percent from the floor seven times. He has shot 54.9 percent from the floor over the past two months, which is a huge improvement over his 48.4 percent shooting from last season and his 48.6 percent shooting over the course of this year. He has been huge in keeping Orlando afloat without Franz Wagner, and he’ll continue to be a fantasy stud.
ORL • Power Forward • #5
11 days ago
Not only did Banchero match his season high for scoring in this game, but he also had his best field goal percentage in a game this season. Washington simply didn’t have any answers for him, and he was able to clean up the turnovers after coughing the rock up nine times against Detroit on Sunday. He’ll look to carry some of this offensive success in to Thursday’s matchup with the Mavericks.
ORL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #4
11 days ago
Following a three-game absence with a back injury, this was Suggs’ third game back in the lineup and his second in the starting unit. He played 27 minutes for a second straight game, but this was his his best outing since his incredible run just before the All-Star break. He nearly recorded a double-double and supplied defensive stats, but he was also far more efficient on offense after shooting 5-of-23 over his previous two games. He’ll look to keep it up against the Mavericks on Thursday.
DET • Small Forward • #9
11 days ago
A double-digit scorer in three of his last four games, Thompson has also recorded four complete stat lines during this stretch. Over his last four, the Pistons’ wing has averaged 7.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 2.8 steals and 1.8 blocks while shooting nearly 70 percent from the field. Thompson may not bring much value to the table in points and three-pointers, but the ability to fill the stat line preserves his category league value.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 days ago
The good news for Cunningham managers is that he recorded 14 assists, the most in a game for him since January 19, when he hit that number in a win over the Celtics. The Pistons’ point guard has reached double figures in assists in six of his last seven games. The negatives on Tuesday were the shooting and the turnovers, with Cunningham shooting 25 percent from the field and turning the ball over five times. Nights like Tuesday haven’t been the norm for the MVP candidate, so fantasy managers should not be overly concerned.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
11 days ago
After totaling eight points on 3-of-11 shooting in games against the Spurs and Thunder to begin Week 18, Harris has reached double figures in three straight. He provided little value outside of points and rebounds on Tuesday, but the good news for fantasy managers is that the percentages were in a good place. The Pistons end Week 19 with three games over the final four days, starting with the Spurs on Thursday.
DET • Center • #0
11 days ago
Since returning from his four-game suspension, Duren has recorded a double-double in six consecutive games. He had an excellent night against the Cavaliers, shooting 70 percent from the field and just over 70 percent from the foul line. Duren’s production outside of points and rebounds on Tuesday was limited, but fantasy managers won’t be too concerned, given his production throughout the season.
ORL • Center • #35
11 days ago
With Wendell Carter jr. (ankle) sidelined for this game, Bitadze will step in as a starter for just the second time this season. He had a double-double with five “stocks” in his other start this year and should be productive against a depleted Wizards lineup.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Center and Power Forward • #34
11 days ago
Carter was a very late addition to the injury report and will now officially be unavailable. Goga Bitadze and Moritz Wagner should fill out the center minutes for this game.
Source: Magic PR
ORL • Point Guard • #0
11 days ago
Listed as questionable on the NBA’s official injury report, Beede notes that, “Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley said Black did not go through shootaround this morning and he will ‘most likely not go tonight.’” Black’s absence should mean additional run for Jalen Suggs and Tristan da Silva.
Source: Jason Beede
ORL • Point Guard • #0
12 days ago
Black sat out Sunday’s matchup with the Pistons, but he’s expected to return following a one-game absence. He should handle his typical workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Power Forward • #5
13 days ago
Fantasy managers have to appreciate Banchero’s dedication to getting to the line, both for the free-throw percentage bump and for the extra points. The 23-year-old small forward had nine turnovers against the Detroit defense, which can be crushing in nine-category formats. Banchero has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Magic have four games in the upcoming week, starting with a matchup against the Wizards on Tuesday.
DET • Center • #0
13 days ago
Duren had at least 25 points and at least 13 rebounds in four consecutive games entering play Sunday. While the 22-year-old center’s numbers weren’t quite that good, they were still good enough for a double-double. Duren has provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
13 days ago
Harris scored at least 20 points for the first time since January 27 against the Nuggets. His 23 points were second only to Cade Cunningham on the Pistons. Harris has provided 10th-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
13 days ago
Cunningham continues to power the Pistons’ offense this season. The 24-year-old point guard was +14 in 37 minutes. Cunningham has provided third overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons have three games in the upcoming week, starting with a matchup against the Cavaliers on Tuesday.
ORL • Point Guard • #0
13 days ago
Black was not added to the Magic injury report until early Sunday afternoon. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Jalen Suggs potentially regaining his regular role. Suggs, who missed three games with a back injury, logged 13 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Rockets.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Point Guard • #0
13 days ago
Black is a late addition to the Magic injury report, as he is dealing with a right quad contusion. If he’s unable to play, Jalen Suggs may return to the starting lineup after being used in a reserve role on Thursday. Suggs came off the bench in Orlando’s loss to the Rockets because it was his first game back from a back injury that sidelined him for three games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
15 days ago
While he wasn’t all that impactful as a scorer, Harris proved to be an asset in other ways in Friday’s overtime victory. While solid in the rebound and assist categories, the veteran forward racked up a career-high six steals. And it was Harris’ defense on Evan Mobley in the final seconds of overtime that preserved Detroit’s three-point victory. Due to the emergence of other players on the roster, Harris’ fantasy value has taken a hit, but he remains a key figure for the Pistons.
DET • Small Forward • #9
15 days ago
Thompson has responded well since being benched for the second half of Monday’s loss to the Spurs. After scoring 11 points and recording seven assists, three steals and two blocks in Wednesday’s win over the Thunder, he put up another solid stat line against the Cavaliers. Thompson shot 70 percent from the field, reaching double figures in attempts for the second time in February. Ausar isn’t a prolific scorer, but the Pistons can’t afford for him to be as passive as he was in the first half of Monday’s loss to the Spurs. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff sent his young wing a message, and he’s responded the right way.
DET • Center • #0
15 days ago
Having earned his first All-Star Game selection this season, Duren has been outstanding for the team with the NBA’s best record. He extended his double-double streak to four games in Friday’s overtime victory, with the 33 points matching Duren’s season-high. The Pistons end Week 18 with a road game against the Magic on Sunday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
15 days ago
Unfortunately for Cunningham and the Pistons, the MVP candidate was not around for the conclusion of Friday’s game. With the Pistons trailing by four with 1:56 remaining, he was whistled for his sixth foul, his third disqualification of the season. However, Cade’s exit did not spell doom for the Pistons. Daniss Jenkins hit three free throws with 4.7 seconds remaining to force overtime, and Detroit would win it in the extra session. Cunningham finished three assists shy of a triple-double, another stellar stat line for the Pistons’ point guard. Detroit will look to end Week 18 on a high note when they visit the Magic on Sunday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
17 days ago
While Cunningham was responsible for eight turnovers, the overall stat line should help compensate for that. Over the past month, the Pistons’ point guard has been a top-10 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. Cunningham has been included in early Most Valuable Player conversations, and with good reason. He’s been a highly productive lead option on the team with the league’s best record, and some of the other expected contenders may not be eligible due to the 65-game requirement when it’s time to vote.