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38-35|L10: 8-2
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PHI • Guard • #5
9 days ago
After shooting 1-of-5 from the field and scoring two points in Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs, Grimes received another opportunity to impress on Wednesday. He took advantage of the opportunity, shooting 7-of-8 from two in his 31 minutes. Grimes missed all four of his three-point attempts, but the overall output was solid. Whether he gets another start when the 76ers face the Hawks on Saturday depends on the availability of VJ Edgecombe (back) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (illness), who did not play against Utah.
PHI • Forward • #34
9 days ago
There’s no such thing as “garbage time” when you’re looking to earn more opportunities. Walker made the most of his minutes in Tuesday’s blowout loss to the Spurs, scoring 20 points and earning rotation minutes on Wednesday. The 76ers forward put up an efficient 22 points and recorded a double-double against the Jazz, making some personal history. This is the first time in Walker’s NBA career that he’s scored at least 20 points in consecutive games. The 76ers don’t play again until Saturday in Atlanta, so some of the absent players could be available. If not, don’t be surprised if head coach Nick Nurse gives Walker another opportunity. He’s earned it.
PHI • Guard • #0
9 days ago
After putting up an inefficient 33 points in Tuesday’s blowout loss to the Spurs, Maxey didn’t have the best night shooting the basketball against the Jazz, either. Given the players who were unavailable for the 76ers, it’s unsurprising that Maxey would struggle because of the attention he’s received defensively. The good news for fantasy managers was that he recorded a complete stat line, including three blocks. The three rejections matched his season-high, which he recorded on two other occasions.
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
9 days ago
The 76ers won’t have VJ Edgecombe (back) or Kelly Oubre Jr. (illness) for Wednesday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Grimes will remain with the first five after filling in for Oubre on Tuesday, and Watford will make a spot start. The league announced Andre Drummond as a starter, but it will be Bona who starts at the five.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIA • Forward • #19
10 days ago
Even with Norman Powell (groin) sidelined, Fontecchio’s absence will not impact fantasy basketball. Pelle Larsson’s playing time may increase after he logged just 18 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Nets.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
10 days ago
This will be a second straight absence for Oubre, which means Quentin Grimes should start once again. He struggled mightily in Tuesday’s blowout loss and was held to just two points, but he should get the opportunity to bounce back against Utah.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
10 days ago
Edgecombe exited early on Tuesday after injuring his back on the final play before halftime, and it will keep him sidelined against Utah. Cameron Payne started the second half in his place and could be in line to start against Utah.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #34
10 days ago
There aren’t typically bright spots in a 40-point loss, but Walker was able to have a solid night off the bench. He earned a two-year contract over the All-Star break after playing well to start the year on a two-way deal. This was a new season high for scoring for him, though managers shouldn’t expect this type of production to come consistently.
PHI • Guard • #1
10 days ago
Payne signed with the 76ers during the All-Star break and immediately slotted in as a reserve ball handler. That didn’t lead to much production in the box score prior to this game. He scored in double figures for the first time this season and started the second half following VJ Edgecombe’s early departure with a back injury after a hard fall. Payne could get the starting nod if Edgecombe remains out against the 76ers on Wednesday, which would make him an intriguing streaming option on a day with just six games.
PHI • Guard • #5
10 days ago
With Kelly Oubre (illness) sidelined, Grimes got the starting nod for the first time since December. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to take advantage. Grimes has slowed down after a strong start to the season, and this would have been a good opportunity for him to provide value. If Oubre remains out against the Jazz on Wednesday, Grimes should perform better in a more favorable matchup.
MIA • Center • #7
10 days ago
Ware finished Tuesday’s victory with his 20th double-double, joining Bam Adebayo to make some franchise history. The duo is the first Heat tandem to record at least 20 double-doubles in the same season since LeBron James and Chris Bosh did so in 2010-11. Over the past three weeks, Ware has provided sixth-round per-game fantasy value, which aligns with his season-long value. Consistency can be an issue for the second-year center, but he’s managed to clean that up recently.
MIA • Guard • #11
10 days ago
Jaquez has been one of the most productive reserves in the NBA this season, and Tuesday was his 16th game with at least 20 points. While his contributions have not made Jaquez a must-roster player in 12-team leagues, he’s been good enough to merit consideration in those formats. Managers in category leagues would be wise to consider picking him up, as the Heat host the Nets again on Thursday.
MIA • Guard • #14
10 days ago
Herro has scored at least 22 points in three of the six games he’s played since returning from a rib injury. Getting to see the Nets twice to open Week 19 is a good deal for the Heat guard and his teammates, who won Tuesday’s game by a 124-98 final score. Miami’s been without Norman Powell for the last two games, opening a spot in the starting lineup for Herro. Once Powell returns, Pelle Larsson (three points, two rebounds, three assists and one block) is the player most likely headed to the bench.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
10 days ago
Less than a month removed from recording five steals in a game, Adebayo matched his career-high with six steals in Tuesday’s blowout victory. The Heat center shot 1-of-7 from beyond the arc against the Nets, and that was the only issue for fantasy managers. The overall field goal percentage was solid, so the robust stat line did not lose any luster. With the Heat playing the Nets again on Thursday, fantasy managers who have Adebayo rostered are benefiting from a nice schedule to open Week 19.
PHI • • #
10 days ago
Edgecombe is dealing with lower back soreness, forcing an early end to his evening. The rookie played 20 minutes, finishing with six points (2-of-9 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocked shots. Cam Payne entered the lineup to begin the third quarter.
Source: Jeff Garcia
PHI • Guard • #5
10 days ago
The 76ers are still without Joel Embiid, and Kelly Oubre Jr. (illness) has joined him on the sidelines. Grimes moves into the starting lineup, and this change raises his fantasy ceiling considerably. Drummond continues to start for Embiid.
Source: Paul Hudrick
MIA • Guard • #45
10 days ago
Mitchell dealt with a shoulder injury earlier this season, which forced him to miss time in late January. However, he’ll play through a contusion in this game, meaning he’ll occupy his typical spot in the starting unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
11 days ago
With Paul George still suspended, Quentin Grimes could see a big uptick in minutes due to Oubre Jr.'s absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
11 days ago
Mitchell missed six games in late January with a sprained left shoulder and is now dealing with a contusion to the same shoulder. If he’s unable to play on Tuesday, the Heat will likely turn to Kasparas Jakučionis to fill the void.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Guard • #0
12 days ago
Maxey led the 76ers in points, but needed ridiculous volume to get there — 34 field-goal attempts is three short of cracking the top 100 all-time in attempts in a game. The 25-year-old point guard started the game 5-of-20 from the field and the 76ers while Maxey was -9 in 42 minutes. Maxey has provided second overall per game value over the last two weeks. The 76ers have three games in the upcoming week, starting with a matchup against the Spurs on Tuesday.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
13 days ago
Injured during Thursday’s win over the Heat, Embiid has been diagnosed with a strained right oblique. He’ll miss at least three games before being re-evaluated, starting with Sunday’s game against the Celtics. When Embiid has been out, the 76ers have started Andre Drummond, with Adem Bona remaining in the backup center role. Look for that to be the case on Sunday.
Source: Derek Bodner
MIA • Forward • #22
13 days ago
Wiggins was injured during Saturday’s game when an Alperen Şengün elbow to the mouth opened a cut that required a few stitches to close. The good news for Miami was that the forward returned to the lineup during the fourth quarter to help close out the victory. Over the past two weeks, Wiggins has been a third-round player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster, and he has been a solid category league option throughout the season.
MIA • Guard • #9
13 days ago
With Norman Powell (groin) sidelined, Larsson remained in the Heat starting lineup on Saturday. And the second-year wing had a good afternoon, putting up 20 points on solid percentages. Larsson is worth picking up ahead of Miami’s four-game Week 19, as Powell will be sidelined for at least three more games. That will preserve Larsson’s spot in the starting lineup despite Tyler Herro’s return to the first five on Saturday.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
13 days ago
Adebayo led seven Heat players in double figures with 24 points while recording his second double-double in as many games. Over the past two weeks, the Heat center has been close to a top-50 player in nine-cat formats. With Miami beginning its four-game Week 19 schedule on Tuesday against the Nets, Adebayo could get off to an excellent start.
MIA • Guard • #14
13 days ago
After coming off the bench for each of his first four games back from the rib injury that kept him out for a month, Herro was inserted back into the Heat starting lineup on Saturday. Norman Powell (groin) was out, opening the door for Herro to take on a more familiar role. He was efficient against the Rockets, shooting 66.7 percent from the field and finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete line. The Heat play four games in Week 19, starting with the Nets on Tuesday.
MIA • Guard • #24
15 days ago
Powell had to leave Thursday’s game against the 76ers during the first half, as his attempt to play through his groin issue backfired after ten minutes of action. The good news is that Powell has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 strain, which is the lowest severity. Powell will miss at least four games, and his absence may open the door for Tyler Herro to return to the starting lineup.
Source: Ira Winderman
MIA • Guard • #14
15 days ago
Thursday’s performance was Herro’s best since returning from a rib injury that sidelined him for just over a month. After recording six assists in each of his prior two games, the Heat guard recorded seven against the 76ers. Add in the 25 points on 50 percent shooting and increase in playing time, with Herro logging 32 minutes, and this was an encouraging effort. Norman Powell (groin) exited during the first half, with Herro moving into the lineup to begin the third quarter. Regardless of what Powell’s availability is for Saturday’s game against the Rockets, Herro could be ready to move back into the starting five. And if Powell is available, that may mean that Pelle Larsson (9/4/6/2/1 with two three-pointers) will be the odd man out.
MIA • Guard • #11
15 days ago
Jaquez’s fantasy value has taken a hit recently, with Tyler Herro’s return from a rib injury factoring into the Heat wing’s decreased usage. However, he was productive against the 76ers, with the final stat line only lacking a blocked shot. Norman Powell (groin) exited Thursday’s game during the first half, and Jaquez is one of the players who could see his opportunities if Powell misses time. And he won’t need to move into the starting lineup for that to happen.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
15 days ago
Having totaled 15 rebounds in his prior two games, Adebayo fell one shy of that tally in Thursday’s defeat. And the 29 points were the most he’s scored in a game since January 22, when the Heat center dropped 32 in a loss to the Trail Blazers. Over the past month, Bam has provided sixth-round per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. That doesn’t align with his ADP (32), but it does align with Adebayo’s production throughout the season.
PHI • • #
15 days ago
Edgecombe recorded a complete stat line against the Heat, and he’s picked up the production since the All-Star break. The rookie guard has scored at least 19 points in four of his last five games, providing third-round per-game value in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. With Dallas’ Cooper Flagg currently injured and not a lock to hit the 65-game minimum needed to be eligible for postseason awards, Edgecombe is someone who should be mentioned more often in Rookie of the Year conversations than he already is.
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
15 days ago
Since shooting 0-of-6 from the field and scoring two points in the 76ers’ February 11 blowout loss to the Knicks, Oubre has hit double figures in five straight games. This run includes two games with at least 21, with the 76ers’ wing producing a solid stat line against the Heat. Rostered in 37 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Oubre has been a top-100 player in nine-cat formats. With Paul George suspended for 13 more games, Oubre is worth the risk in some 12-team leagues if he’s still on the waiver wire.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
15 days ago
While Embiid’s knee has been the focus of most fantasy managers’ attention this season, it was his ribs that were the problem on Thursday. The 7-footer took an inadvertent hit to his right side during the second quarter and appeared to struggle with the pain at various points for the rest of the game. However, this didn’t keep Embiid from knocking down a dagger three-pointer with 29.2 seconds remaining, giving the 76ers a 124-117 lead that would hold as the final score. The good news is that Philadelphia is off until Sunday. Hopefully, that time off benefits Embiid.
PHI • Guard • #0
15 days ago
Maxey had it rolling during the first quarter of Thursday’s game, scoring 20 points on 6-of-11 shooting from the field. He made three three-pointers during the period, surpassing Allen Iverson for the most made three-pointers by a 76er. Maxey would make two more, pushing his tally to 887 in his 76ers’ career, but he cooled off after a hot start. The good news for fantasy managers is that the overall stat line compensated for the damage done by his poor field-goal percentage. The 76ers end their Week 18 slate on Sunday in Boston.
MIA • Guard • #24
15 days ago
Powell came into this game as questionable, but he attempted to play through the groin injury that popped up on the injury report Thursday afternoon. However, his night will end after just 10 minutes in the first half. Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr. will see a bump in minutes in the second half.
Source: Ira Winderman
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
15 days ago
Embiid is good to go after initially being listed as probable for Thursday’s game. He played 26 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Pacers, and fantasy managers should expect to see Embiid take on a similar workload. Andre Drummond will likely fall out of the rotation entirely, with Adem Bona serving as the backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
15 days ago
Powell was added to the injury report late, but that won’t keep him from suiting up against Philly. He led the team with 26 points on Tuesday and will look to stay hot in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
15 days ago
Mitchell is available after being listed as questionable on Miami’s initial injury report. Since he can play, Kasparas Jakučionis will come off the bench, which eliminates most of the rookie’s fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
16 days ago
Powell was a late addition to the injury report after playing 30 minutes in Tuesday’s game against the Bucks. With Davion Mitchell also questionable with an illness, that could mean Tyler Herro moves into the starting lineup, and Pelle Larsson and Kasparas Jakucionis see more minutes if Powell winds up missing this game.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
16 days ago
Embiid returned to the 76ers’ lineup on Tuesday, logging 26 minutes in a win over the Pacers. He should take on a similar workload against the Heat, and the former MVP doesn’t need to play heavy minutes to provide elite fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
17 days ago
Thursday’s game will be the third that Jović will miss due to lower back injury management. There are more minutes available to Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Simone Fontecchio, but both were already ahead of Jović in the pecking order.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
17 days ago
Mitchell returned to the lineup on Tuesday after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies, which pushed Kasparas Jakučionis to the bench. If “Off Night” can’t play against the 76ers, the rookie out of Illinois will return to the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
17 days ago
After shooting 9-of-14 from the field in his first game back from a rib injury that sidelined him for over a month, Herro has cooled off. Over the last two games, the Heat guard is 10-of-32 from the field. Fantasy managers will be pleased with the six assists he dished out in Milwaukee, but this is not going to be a quick process for Herro, given the injury that he’s returning from. The Heat play two more games in Week 18, starting with the 76ers on Thursday.
MIA • Forward • #22
17 days ago
Wiggins wasn’t as lethal offensively as he was in Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies, but he still recorded a line that many category league managers will be pleased with. Over the past month, the Heat forward has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. Wiggins is rostered in 56 percent of Yahoo! leagues. While he’s unlikely to be a league-winner, some managers in 10-team leagues will want to consider adding him, especially if lines like the one he recorded on Tuesday can become the norm.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
17 days ago
Bam didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but fantasy managers should be encouraged by him getting up 19 shots. Tyler Herro’s return to the rotation has not negatively affected Adebayo’s opportunities, as he has remained aggressive on the offensive end. The seven shot attempts in Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies were the fewest in a game for Bam since early November. As long as he remains assertive on offense, Adebayo managers should not have too much to worry about.
MIA • Guard • #24
17 days ago
While Powell had a solid night scoring-wise and on the glass, there were some issues with the final stat line. Outside of points, rebounds and three-pointers, he did not provide much value to category league managers, and the Heat guard was also responsible for a game-high six turnovers. Turnovers and limited production outside of points and three-pointers have negatively affected Powell’s fantasy value since the All-Star break, with him being ranked outside the top-100 in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.
PHI • • #
17 days ago
Three 76ers scored at least 23 points in Tuesday’s victory, with Edgecombe joining Tyrese Maxey (32) and Joel Embiid (27). The rookie guard has scored at least 20 points in three of his last four outings, continuing to provide solid production as the 76ers continue without the suspended Paul George. Philadelphia returns home for its next game, Thursday night against the Heat.
PHI • Guard • #0
17 days ago
While he wasn’t as explosive as he was in Sunday’s win over the Timberwolves, Maxey has now scored at least 30 points in two straight and four of his last six games. Even better for fantasy managers was the overall line, with the 76ers’ guard finishing one rebound and two assists shy of a triple-double. Philadelphia plays two more games in Week 18, starting with the Heat on Thursday.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
17 days ago
Back in the 76ers’ lineup for the first time since February 7, Embiid started and played 26 minutes on Tuesday. A combination of an unspecified minutes limit and Philadelphia winning by a 135-114 final score helped with the management of the 7-footer’s workload. Embiid was effective while on the floor, even if his mobility remains an issue. Philadelphia’s final two games of Week 8 are on Thursday and Sunday; hopefully, that ensures fantasy managers of two more Embiid games.
MIA • Guard • #45
17 days ago
Mitchell is back after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies. His return means that rookie Kasparas Jakučionis will head to the bench, taking on a role in which he offers minimal fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
17 days ago
Following a five-game absence, Embiid will be back in the lineup to take on Indiana. His return will push Andre Drummond back to the bench, though managers shouldn’t rush to drop him since Embiid could still miss time moving forward.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
18 days ago
No surprises here, as Jović was given a doubtful tag on Monday. Jović’s absence could mean more minutes for Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr., but the return of Davion Mitchell complicates the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
18 days ago
“Off Night” is on track not to have another night off, and he should reclaim his spot in the starting five. Kasparas Jakučionis and Pelle Larsson could see their roles reduced with Mitchell back in action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
18 days ago
Embiid has missed the last five games with various injuries. While he could return Tuesday against the Pacers, the 31-year-old’s status is still up in the air given his questionable listing. Andre Drummond started and had six points and nine rebounds in 22 minutes in Embiid’s absence on Sunday against the Timberwolves. Drummond would likely start again if Embiid remains out Tuesday.
MIA • Forward • #5
19 days ago
Jović and Mitchell’s statuses impact the playing time of Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr., who could both be in line for additional minutes.
Source: Ira Winderman
PHI • Guard • #5
19 days ago
Grimes hadn’t had more than 14 points in a game since January 7 against the Wizards, when he had 16 points. The 25-year-old shooting guard had a remarkable game on Sunday with the point, assist, and three-point totals all well exceeding his seasons averages. Grimes’ upside remains limited, though he has been seeing more minutes since Paul George was suspended.
PHI • • #
19 days ago
Edgecombe was the perfect second banana to Tyrese Maxey in this game. The 20-year-old shooting guard had 24 points on 18 field goal attempts and made six three-pointers in the win over the Timberwolves on Sunday. Edgecombe has provided eighth-round per game value this season, according to Basketball Monster.
PHI • Guard • #0
19 days ago
The play of the night came midway through the third quarter when Maxey drove the lane and dunked with his left hand over two Timberwolves. The 25-year-old point guard bounced back in a big way after having 27 points in the loss to the Pelicans on Saturday. Maxey has provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The 76ers have three games upcoming in Week 18, starting with a matchup against the Pacers on Tuesday.
PHI • • #
20 days ago
This happened while Broome was with the Delaware Blue Coats, the 76ers’ G League affiliate. The rookie hasn’t seen the floor in the NBA much this season, and it will be a while before he is back on the floor in any capacity.
Source: Ky Carlin
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
20 days ago
Embiid will miss a fifth straight game as he continues to manage multiple ailments. Andre Drummond has been starting in his place for all but one of those games, with Adem Bona occupying the role for the other. One of the two should start against Minnesota, with Drummond being the preferred streaming option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center • #7
20 days ago
The last two nights have been examples of why Ware remains a player many 12-team managers are unwilling to let go. After recording a double-double in 18 minutes in Friday’s win over the Hawks, he dropped another in 19 minutes against the Grizzlies. Ware did not record any blocked shots, but the rebounds and field-goal percentage numbers were excellent. With the Heat rotation close to full strength, Ware appears locked into a reserve role, but he’s still capable of providing value to those needing rebounds.