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PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 11 hours ago
Brooks, who has not missed a game since November 6, is dealing with a sore left Achilles tendon. If he’s unable to play on Monday, the Suns will likely turn to Ryan Dunn to fill the void in the starting lineup. Dunn would be worth a look in deep leagues, as the Suns won’t have Devin Booker available, either.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard • #1
about 11 hours ago
Monday’s game will be the third that Booker has missed since suffering a strained right groin during the Suns’ December 1 win over the Lakers. There is hope that he will be able to play in Wednesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Thunder, but that isn’t guaranteed. Collin Gillespie should remain in the starting lineup, which has raised his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • G-F • #00
2 days ago
Brown’s contributions this season have been inconsistent, but he’s still capable of making a large impact. He matched his season high for steals and scored in double digits for a second straight game while playing a season-high 32 minutes. Brown isn’t worth rostering, but he is still making an impact off the bench for Denver.
PHX • • #
2 days ago
Boyea produced a season-high in points and finished as the Suns’ second leading scorer on Friday. More than half of his scoring production came in the fourth quarter when the game was mostly out of reach and in the Rockets’ favor. Still, he shot efficiently and made the most of his 18 minutes of game action. While Friday’s outing was a strong one, Bouyea is not someone to consider rostering in fantasy leagues.
DEN • Guard • #27
2 days ago
He wasn’t able to come anywhere close to his 52 points from Wednesday’s game, but Murray was still able to have a productive night. 17 of his 23 points came in the second half to help Denver get the comeback win in Atlanta. Murray is enjoying the best season of his career, and it could result in his first All-Star appearance in February.
DEN • Center • #15
2 days ago
It was a tale of two halves for Jokić. He struggled mightily in the first half of this game and entered the break with 10 points on 2-of-13 shooting, but he came out firing to start the third quarter. He had 19 points without missing a shot in the third, which brought Denver within striking distance, and then he added 11 more to complete the comeback. Jokić failed to record a double-double for just the second time this season, but it was certainly a masterclass performance.
PHX • Guard • #12
2 days ago
The momentum from Monday’s 28-point outing against the Lakers did not carry over into Friday’s contest for Gillespie. He went 1-of-7 from deep and scored fewer than half the points he produced in Monday’s season-high performance. Still, Gillespie was the Suns’ third-leading scorer on the night and threw in a few assists along the way. He’ll need to have more productive games to be considered anything more than a fringe roster player in fantasy leagues. However, he’s proven recently capable of turning out some strong performances.
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
2 days ago
Brooks was Phoenix’s go-to scorer on Friday with Devin Booker (groin) sidelined, and he finished as the team’s only player to tally at least 20 points. He didn’t get there in the most efficient way, but Brook’s high volume allowed him to go beyond his season’s scoring average, even without making a three-pointer for the first time as a Phoenix Suns player. He tied a season-high in assists and was mediocre on the glass without collecting any stocks. Brooks has certainly turned out better fantasy performances, but Friday wasn’t a dud by any means. Still, he’ll look to be more productive on Monday against the Timberwolves.
PHX • Guard • #8
2 days ago
In their first game without Devin Booker (groin), the Suns’ Grayson Allen will return to the starting lineup after he missed the previous game with an illness. Phoenix has dealt with injuries throughout the season but has still managed to produce a 13-9 record. The Suns will look to avenge their recent loss to the Rockets on Friday in Dillon Brooks’ first game in Houston after being traded.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Guard • #1
2 days ago
This isn’t a guarantee, and it lines up directly with Booker being re-evaluated one week from this past Wednesday. Basically, this would be the best case scenario. It is far more likely that Booker takes the extra rest instead of coming back early and risking further injury.
Source: Duane Rankin
DEN • Forward • #21
2 days ago
Jones left Wednesday’s game against the Pacers with right knee soreness, but is available for Friday’s game against the Hawks. The 24-year-old power forward should continue to provide solid streaming value with Aaron Gordon still sidelined.
PHX • • #
3 days ago
Livers has missed Phoenix’s last three games, but his absence does not affect fantasy basketball. His return would give the Suns another option on the wing, but there’s no guarantee that Livers gets the run needed to provide reliable value off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #21
4 days ago
Jones was forced to exit Wednesday’s win over the Pacers with a sore right knee. Due to Aaron Gordon’s absence, the second-year forward has been in the starting lineup, providing solid streaming value. If Jones can’t play on Friday, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bruce Brown have the most to gain regarding playing time. Zeke Nnaji could also pick up a few more minutes, but Hardaway and Brown are the players to consider adding.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
4 days ago
Jokić rarely takes a backseat to anyone, but his teammate Jamal Murray scored 52 points against the Pacers on Wednesday. The 30-year-old center was still just two rebounds shy of a triple-double. Jokić will have two more chances at a triple-double this period with weekend matchups against the Hawks and the Hornets.
DEN • Guard • #27
4 days ago
Murray’s dream start to the season continued Wednesday as he dropped 52 points on 25 shots in the win over the Pacers. The 28-year-old point guard knocked down a career-high 10 three-pointers. Murray is averaging career-highs across the board this year and ranks inside the top-10 in standard leagues.
DEN • Forward • #21
4 days ago
One game removed from scoring a career-high 28 points, Jones was limited to 17 minutes before exiting Wednesday’s contest with a sore right knee. With Aaron Gordon already out, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bruce Brown took on more prominent roles within the Nuggets’ rotation after Jones’ exit. That will be the case if he can’t play on Friday against the Hawks.
Source: Bennett Durando
DEN • Center • #15
4 days ago
No surprise here as Jokić was initially listed as probable with a wrist injury. The 30-year-old center continues to play through a wrist injury, though that didn’t stop him from recording his 11th triple-double of the season against the Mavericks on Monday. Jokić is in line for another big game against the Pacers on Wednesday.
DEN • Guard • #27
4 days ago
Murray is all set to play after exiting Monday’s loss to the Mavericks with a sprained right ankle. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. missing out on boosts to their playing time. Both will still be in the rotation, but their fantasy upsides are limited.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
PHX • Guard • #1
5 days ago
Booker injured his right groin during the first quarter of Monday’s win over the Lakers and did not return. He has since been diagnosed with a strain. He will be re-evaluated in one week, taking at least three games off the table, including the NBA Cup quarterfinal matchup with Oklahoma City on December 10. Jordan Goodwin is a potential replacement in the starting lineup, but only if Grayson Allen is unavailable. Having recently missed time with a quad contusion, Allen did not play on Monday due to illness.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Center • #15
6 days ago
Jokić continues to play through the wrist injury, but it hasn’t impacted his production. It also isn’t expected to keep him out against Indiana. He had a 29/20/13 line on Monday and should be in for another big night.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
6 days ago
Murray exited early on Monday, and there is a chance he remains out against Indiana. In Murray’s lone absence this year, which ironically came against the Pacers, Jalen Pickett started at point guard and played 17 minutes. He may get the nod, but Bruce Brown would be the better replacement for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard • #1
6 days ago
Booker was enjoying a nice opening quarter against the Lakers before a groin injury forced him to exit before the period’s end, and ultimately kept him out the remainder of the game. The severity of his injury is unknown to this point, but should the superstar guard be sidelined for any amount of time, Jordan Goodwin would likely fill in as the fifth starter. Phoenix has just one more game this week, which isn’t until Friday, leaving Booker time to recover and miss little, if any, action.
PHX • Guard • #12
6 days ago
With Devin Booker exiting after just 10 minutes due to a groin injury, Gillespie joined Dillon Brooks in carrying the Suns to another impressive victory. The former Villanova Wildcat served the Lakers a season high in points and three-pointers, while matching his season average in assists along the way. Gillespie has been one of several Suns players to outperform expectations thus far, and should remain productive as Phoenix’s current starting point guard. He’s worthy of a roster spot in fantasy leagues.
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
6 days ago
Brooks carried the scoring load for the Suns on Monday, with Devin Booker (groin) being limited to 10 minutes of game action. He was aggressive in his approach, generating a season-high in field goal attempts along the way, but shot efficiently enough to log his third 30-point game as a member of the Suns. Brooks has brought both production and intangibles to Phoenix on both ends of the floor, which has the team playing far better than most predicted. He could be even more productive going forward, depending on the significance of Booker’s injury.
DEN • Forward • #21
6 days ago
Jones bested his career-high 16-point performance against the Suns by scoring over 20 points for the first time on Monday. Efficient shooting throughout and high production from beyond the arc nearly led the second-year forward to the 30-point mark. With Aaron Gordon (hamstring) out, Jones has seen more action than previously. He’ll likely remain in the starting unit for the time being, which should make him a potential streaming option for fantasy managers who may value three-point production.
DEN • Center • #15
6 days ago
Jokić entered Monday’s contest having come up just shy of a triple-double in each of the previous two games. He made sure to check that box against the Mavericks, to secure his 11th triple-double of the season. Yet, inefficient shooting left him unable to carry the Nuggets past the Anthony Davis-led Mavs, as Denver has dropped three of its last five games. The Nuggets, already without Aaron Gordon (hamstring) and Christian Braun (ankle), lost Jamal Murray on Monday to an ankle sprain. Given the injuries, Jokić may have to shoulder even more of the load in the near future.
DEN • Guard • #8
6 days ago
Watson’s strong play continued on Monday. He scored in double figures for the fifth straight time and sixth time in the last seven games, giving him an average of 17.7 points over that period. The fourth-year wing is averaging double figures in points on the season for the first time in his career, and has enjoyed a strong first quarter of the season from an efficiency standpoint. His rebounding and assist numbers are also at career-bests — his nightly contributions will remain necessary so long as Christian Braun (ankle) and Aaron Gordon (hamstring) are sidelined.
PHX • Guard • #1
6 days ago
The injury seemed to occur late in the first quarter of Monday’s game. Booker was charged with an offensive foul and then subbed out immediately and replaced by Collin Gillespie before heading to the locker room. He was eventually ruled out before the start of the second half. Without Booker, the team’s most accomplished player, Jordan Goodwin, could see more action. The significance of Booker’s injury is unknown for now.
Source: Mike Trudell
DEN • Guard • #27
6 days ago
Murray, who was initially considered questionable to return after spraining his right ankle, is now doubtful to return with the contest being well into the fourth quarter. Bruce Brown has been asked to fill the void at point guard, which also makes Nikola Jokić an even more valuable playmaker for others in addition to himself.
Source: Katy Winge
PHX • Guard • #12
6 days ago
Grayson Allen is out due to an illness, opening up a spot in the Suns’ starting lineup. Gillespie, who has played very well over the last few weeks, will fill the void, with Ryan Dunn coming off the bench in his first game back from a sprained wrist that cost him five games. Gillespie should already be rostered in deep leagues; add him if he’s sitting on your league’s waiver wire.
Source: NBA Lineups
PHX • Guard • #8
6 days ago
Allen wasn’t on the injury report previously, but he won’t be available to suit up against the Lakers. Ryan Dunn (wrist) is back, so either he or Collin Gillespie will fill the open starting spot, though both will see a boost in minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Forward • #0
6 days ago
Dunn is available after missing Phoenix’s last five games with a sprained right wrist. With Grayson Allen out due to an illness, Dunn may be part of the starting lineup. If so, he can provide some value as a deep-league streamer, especially for managers seeking defensive production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
6 days ago
Jokić will take the floor again, looking to continue his season-long dominance. For the second straight season, the former Finals MVP is averaging a triple-double and nearly 30.0 points per game, and is posting the best shooting splits of his career. He should be in for another strong performance on Monday, as the Nuggets face a struggling Mavericks team.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • G-F • #00
6 days ago
Brown is available after being listed as questionable initially. While Tim Hardaway Jr. will miss out on a bump in playing time, both players will be part of the Nuggets’ rotation. Brown will take on his usual reserve duties, and he hasn’t provided consistent fantasy value in that role this season.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • G-F • #00
7 days ago
If Brown is unable to take the court, Tim Hardaway Jr. would be the player most likely to absorb his minutes off the bench. Hardaway Jr. already has some standalone value as a three-point specialist, but he could be worth streaming in standard leagues if Brown is ultimately ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • • #
7 days ago
Livers will miss a third straight game, but with Ryan Dunn back, he’ll fill most of the reserve forward minutes. Livers has played a minimal role this year, which will continue even when he returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Forward • #0
7 days ago
Dunn has missed the Suns’ last five games, but he is expected to be back to take on Los Angeles. When Dunn last played, he had been filling in as a starter for Grayson Allen, but Allen has since returned. Dunn will likely play a large reserve role. Nigel Hayes-Davis will likely lose minutes with Dunn back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center • #5
7 days ago
Williams sat out on Saturday, which was the second leg of the Suns’ back-to-back. He’ll be available to take on Los Angeles, which means Oso Ighodaro will return to playing a role off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #3
7 days ago
It has been over two weeks since Strawther suited up, and there is no end in sight. Strawther’s role has been a minimal one this year, so his absence doesn’t impact Denver’s rotation much. Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bruce Brown will continue to fill out the wing minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
7 days ago
Jokić is still dealing with a wrist injury to his non-shooting hand, but that shouldn’t keep him out of the lineup against Dallas. He has fallen one rebound short of a triple-double in two straight games and will look to snap that streak to start out the week.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
8 days ago
Brooks has taken big strides as a scorer this season. He’s averaging career highs in points and field goal attempts while also enjoying the best field goal percentage of his career. His offensive growth has been pivotal in helping the Suns start 12-9 despite dealing with multiple injuries early on. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, Phoenix only has two games next week, which will limit how much Brooks can produce.
PHX • Guard • #8
8 days ago
Allen missed the last seven games with a quad injury, but he was back in the lineup for this game. He immediately returned to the starting unit but only played 26 minutes, which will likely increase as he logs more games. His return bumped Collin Gillespie to the bench, though Gillespie still logged 29 minutes as a reserve. Gillespie clearly isn’t worth dropping, even if he is coming off the bench. As for Allen, it was good to see him back on the floor. His spot in the starting unit continues to be secure.
PHX • Forward • #4
8 days ago
With Mark Williams (calf) sidelined for the second leg of the Suns’ back-to-back, Ighodaro slid into the starting unit. He also logged 32 minutes, while Nick Richards only saw seven minutes of game action. It wasn’t a monster game for Ighodaro, but he seems to currently be the No. 2 center option on the depth chart currently. If Williams were to miss an extended period of time, Ighodaro would be the pickup.
DEN • • #
8 days ago
Hardaway has played a consistent role off the bench for Denver this year, but this was one of his best performances. He matched his season high for points while also setting a new season high for three-pointers. THJ will continue to play an important role for the Nuggets, but his production will be too volatile for him to be considered a player worth rostering in standard leagues.
DEN • Center • #15
8 days ago
Jokić fell one rebound shy of a triple-double for a second straight game, but the difference in this one was that Denver walked away with a win. Jokić continues to dominate every single night, and he was perfect from the floor in this game. His lone missed shot attempt ended up coming at the free throw line. Denver has a four-game week coming up, so expect plenty more monster performances from Jokić.
DEN • Forward • #21
8 days ago
Jones started for the fourth straight game, but he was unproductive in the first three. However, he set career highs for points, rebounds and three-pointers to help Denver bounce back from a loss 24 hours prior. Jones should continue to start, but this type of performance likely won’t happen often. It was nice to see him play well, but he should be left on the waiver wire.
PHX • Forward • #4
8 days ago
Allen is back in the lineup after missing just over two weeks with a quad contusion, with his return pushing Collin Gillespie to the bench. The other change to the Suns’ starting lineup is Ighodaro, who steps in for Mark Williams. With this being Phoenix’s second game in as many nights, the center rotation will consist of Ighodaro and Nick Richards.
Source: NBA Lineups
PHX • Guard • #30
8 days ago
Goodwin has been upgraded from questionable to available, and he’ll provide additional depth on the wings with Ryan Dunn (wrist) still out. However, with Grayson Allen (quad) available, Goodwin has a lower fantasy ceiling, even if Allen’s minutes are restricted.
Source: Phoenix Suns
PHX • Guard • #8
8 days ago
Allen is set to make his first appearance since November 13. His return may result in Collin Gillespie moving to the bench, but the guard is worth holding onto since Jalen Green remains out. Allen should be rostered in standard leagues moving forward, as he was entrenched as a starter before the quad injury.
Source: Phoenix Suns
DEN • G-F • #00
8 days ago
Brown was questionable on the second leg of the back-to-back, but he’ll be available to suit up. He’ll play his typical role off the bench, which hasn’t resulted in much fantasy value from him this year.
Source: Rachel Strand
DEN • Center • #15
8 days ago
Jokić will be good to go despite the initial questionable tag. The wrist injury isn’t on his shooting arm, so it shouldn’t prevent him from having a big night, especially with Phoenix playing this game without Mark Williams.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Center • #5
8 days ago
Williams will sit out the second leg of this back-to-back, which shouldn’t come as a surprise. That fact that he was at least questionable instead of being ruled out immediately could be seen as a positive sign. Oso Ighodaro and Nick Richards will fill out the center minutes with Williams unavailable.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Forward • #0
8 days ago
Initially questionable for Saturday’s game, Dunn will miss a fifth straight with a sprained right wrist. Collin Gillespie started Friday’s loss to the Thunder and was highly productive, continuing his recent run of excellent play. He should be rostered even when Dunn is available to play.
Source: Kellan Olson
DEN • G-F • #00
9 days ago
Brown had three points in 19 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Spurs. The 29-year-old shooting guard’s status is up in the air for Saturday’s game against the Suns given his questionable listing. Brown isn’t worth rostering in most formats regardless of his availability.
DEN • Center • #15
9 days ago
Jokić missed a triple-double by one rebound against the Spurs on Friday night. The 30-year-old center’s status is up in the air against the Suns on Saturday given his questionable listing. If Jokić is out, Jonas Valanciunas will start for the Nuggets and is worth streaming.
DEN • Forward • #2
9 days ago
While the absences of Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon have to be considered, Johnson appears to be getting more comfortable with his new teammates. He’s hit double figures in three straight and five of his last six appearances, with Friday’s being the best of the bunch. Johnson has provided top-50 value over the past two weeks. He’s still rostered in 77 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and those who didn’t give up on Johnson are being rewarded for their patience.
DEN • Center • #15
9 days ago
Jović finished one assist shy of a triple-double, but he had a solid night shooting the basketball. He remains the highest-ranked player in fantasy basketball, but that isn’t a surprise to anyone. Jokić and the Nuggets will look to bounce back on Saturday when they visit the Suns.