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DET • Point Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Jenkins was running up on his 50-game limit as a two-way contract player, so the Pistons needed to get something done. Friday’s game against the Knicks is the 50th that he has been active for this season. The expectation is that Jenkins’ contract will be finalized in time for Monday’s game against the Hornets.
Source: Omari Sankofa
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren left Thursday’s loss to the Wizards early due to right knee soreness, and he’s in danger of sitting out the second leg of the Pistons’ back-to-back set. If Duren is out, Isaiah Stewart could remain in the starting five after starting in place Tobias Harris on Thursday. Harris (hip) is expected to take the court, and he and Stewart could hold things down in the frontcourt.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
The veteran sat out Thursday’s loss to the Wizards, but he’ll be back for the second leg of the Pistons’ back-to-back set. Fantasy managers should expect him to handle his typical workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen played relatively well on Thursday, recording another solid stat line. Unfortunately, his night ended painfully, as the Suns guard limped off after injuring his right ankle with 3:03 remaining in the fourth quarter. Allen didn’t return, and the question now is whether he’ll be available for Saturday’s game against the Lakers. With the Suns already without Devin Booker and Jalen Green, they may have to rely more on Jordan Goodwin (6/2/2/2 with two three-pointers) if all three are unable to play.
PHX • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Brooks led the way offensively for the Suns, but he was unable to keep the team from losing a game it led by a 90-76 margin with 10:11 remaining in the fourth quarter. Brooks had a chance to regain the lead in the final seconds, but his three-point attempt missed the mark. With Devin Booker and Jalen Green out, and the Suns losing Grayson Allen during the fourth quarter, Brooks is doing his best to shoulder even more of the offensive workload. As good as he’s been this season, that may not be the best thing for the veteran wing’s fantasy value.
PHX • Power Forward and Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Livers injured his left shoulder during the first half of Thursday’s game and has been ruled out for the rest of the night. While the Suns lose some depth off the bench, Livers’ absence won’t affect fantasy basketball if he misses time.
Source: Kellan Olson
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Huerter made his Pistons’ debut on Thursday, but he wasn’t on the floor long. He played six minutes during the first half and did not see the floor again. Adding Huerter gives the Pistons another shooter to work into the rotation, but this may be a case where he proves more critical to his new team than to fantasy managers. Which isn’t much of a change from his time in Chicago.
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
With Jalen Duren not returning for the second half of Thursday’s game due to a sore right knee, Holland joined the starters to begin the third quarter. The second-year wing recorded his first double-double and three “stocks” in what was a productive night. Detroit was also without Tobias Harris for Thursday’s game; how this performance affects Holland’s fantasy prospects moving forward depends on Harris and Duren’s availability.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
It’s fair to question if Friday’s showdown with the Knicks was on the Pistons’ minds, as they started slowly in a game the Wizards would lead wire-to-wire. Cunningham did his best to lead Detroit back, scoring a game-high 30 points. Finishing two rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double, Cunningham will look to get the Pistons back on track Friday night.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren looked like a shell of himself in the 13 first-half minutes he played, and with good reason. The first-time All-Star has since been ruled out for the rest of the night with a sore right knee, finishing with four points and three rebounds. Ron Holland replaced Duren in the lineup to begin the second half.
Source: Coty Davis
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Harris’ sore left hip will keep him out of Thursday’s game, with a home matchup against the Knicks looming on Friday. Isaiah Stewart will move into the starting lineup, joining Cade Cunningham, Duncan Robinson, Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Thursday’s game, Cunningham is good to go. He’ll take on his usual role as the Pistons’ starting point guard. And with this matchup in particular, Cunningham managers must ensure that he’s in their active lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
This will be a third straight absence for Green, which means Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin will still play significant minutes. Green has only played a limited reserve role when available, so his immediate return won’t drastically alter the Suns’ rotation.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Coffey has barely been in the rotation for the Bucks this season, and now he’ll become a depth piece for Phoenix. He may see a few minutes per game, but he won’t play a large role with the Suns, barring multiple injuries on the wing.
Source: Shams Charania
PHX • Point Guard • #50
about 1 month ago
Anthony’s first season in Milwaukee was shaky, and they’ll move on from him quickly to acquired depth at center. Anthony will be a depth guard for Phoenix, but he hasn’t made much of a fantasy impact this year, and there is too much depth in the backcourt in Phoenix for that to change.
Source: Shams Charania
DET • Point Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
This is not an injury designation. Jenkins has played 49 games for the Pistons so far this season, and players on two-way contracts are limited to 50 games played during the regular season. The Pistons are likely holding Jenkins out to preserve his eligibility while working on signing him to a standard contract. Once the trade deadline is finished, we should have a better idea of how the Pistons will be able to convert his contract.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green will miss a second consecutive game due to the hamstring and hip injuries. His absence frees up additional minutes for Jordan Goodwin, who is worth streaming in deeper category leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Based on the timeline provided when Booker suffered his sprained ankle, he was due to be re-evaluated early this week. However, the Suns have not offered an update, and the guard remains out. Phoenix will continue to roll with a starting backcourt of Collin Gillespie and Grayson Allen, and both players are worth rostering where available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Harris is dealing with left hip soreness and finds himself listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Wizards. The Pistons also take on the Knicks on Friday on the second game of a back-to-back. It’s at least possible the Pistons hold Harris out Thursday, saving him for the more important matchup. Isaiah Stewart or Ron Holland II could move into the starting lineup if Harris is ultimately ruled out.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham is on the injury report again, this time for right wrist injury management reasons. The 24-year-old point guard is coming off a 29-point, 11-assist performance in Tuesday’s win over the Nuggets. It sounds like Cunningham still has a chance to play, but if he’s ruled out Daniss Jenkins could move into the starting lineup and would be worth streaming.
PHX • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Rostered in four percent of Yahoo! leagues, nights like Tuesday serve as a reminder of Goodwin’s value, especially while the Suns are without Devin Booker and Jalen Green. His double-double was accompanied by five steals, one shy of his career-high. Over the past two weeks, Goodwin has been close to a top-100 player in terms of per-game value. If Booker and Green remain out for Thursday’s game against the Warriors, deep-league managers should strongly consider streaming Goodwin if he’s sitting on the waiver wire.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen has now scored at least 23 points in three of his last four outings, and he last failed to hit double figures in a January 5 loss to the Rockets. With Devin Booker and Jalen Green out, Allen was one of the Suns to pick up the slack in Portland, with three — Collin Gillespie and Mark Williams being the others — scoring 24 points or more. Phoenix returns home for its final two games of Week 16, starting with the Warriors on Thursday.
PHX • Center • #5
about 1 month ago
Williams continues to flourish in Phoenix, with Tuesday’s double-double being his 11th of the season and first since January 14. Fantasy managers who rolled the dice on the 7-footer have been rewarded handsomely, as neither Williams’ productivity nor availability has been up for debate. He’s now appeared in 46 games, a career-high for the center who struggled with injuries throughout his first three NBA seasons.
PHX • Point Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
The Trail Blazers’ approach of using “drop” coverage when defending the pick-and-roll proved costly, as Gillespie took advantage on multiple occasions in the most productive night of his NBA career. In addition to matching his season-high with eight three-pointers, the Suns’ guard notched his first 30-point game. Add in the assists and steals, and this was an excellent night for fantasy managers who have continued to roster Gillespie. His ceiling for the final two games of Week 16 depends on the availability of Devin Booker (ankle) and Jalen Green (hamstring, hip), who both remained out on Tuesday.
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
When the Pistons beat the Nets by 53 on Sunday, Robinson didn’t play a big part in the game. The 31-year-old small forward had eight points and two three-pointers in 22 minutes. It was a different story on Tuesday against the Nuggets as Robinson’s 20 points and six three-pointers were instrumental in the Pistons’ 124-121 victory. He has provided 15th-round value this season and is viable in category leagues.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren had his fourth consecutive game with a double-double Tuesday against the Nuggets. The first-time All-Star has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks and fourth-round value overall this season. Duren will look to keep his streak alive Thursday against the Wizards at home.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham’s scoring has rebounded since he recovered from a wrist injury as the 24-year-old point guard has at least 22 points in five of his last six games. He also has at least 10 assists in five of his last six games and leads the league in the category. Cunningham has provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. He should be in for another big game Thursday against the Wizards at home.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green also missed Sunday’s game against the Clippers with the same ailments. With the 23-year-old’s absence extending into Tuesday’s game, Jordan Goodwin and Collin Gillespie should play a full complement of minutes.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Huerter will offer valuable floor spacing to a Pistons team that has excelled with Cade Cunningham surrounded by capable suitors. Šarić will offer frontcourt depth behind Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart. Neither Huerter nor Šarić are worth a look outside of deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert will return following a seven-game absence, but it’s unclear if he’ll face a minutes restriction. Daniss Jenkins and Ron Holland II could see their roles reduced, but Jenkins should still retain standalone value in deeper leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green missed Phoenix’s last game, but there is a chance he returns for this one. He has had his minutes severely limited when he’s been available recently, so he will likely play around 15-20 minutes off the bench if he is available. Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin may lose out on a few minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert has missed the last seven games for Detroit and could make it eight in a row against Denver. Daniss Jenkins and Ron Holland II have taken on extra minutes off the bench with LeVert unavailable and should continue to if he remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen is averaging just 16.1 points per game this season, but has now scored at least 23 points in two of his last three games. The 30-year-old shooting guard and Dillon Brooks provided most of the offense in the 117-93 loss to the Clippers. Allen has provided seventh-round per game value over the last two weeks. He’ll remain productive as long as he continues to start ahead of Jalen Green. The Suns have three games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.
PHX • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Brooks is averaging a career-high 21.1 points per game at age-30 this season. This was his fifth consecutive game with at least 20 points. Though he wasn’t efficient with 22 points on 20 field goal attempts and the Suns lost 117-93, Brooks continues to carry the offense and that’s been great for his fantasy value. He’s provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Suns have three games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.
DET • Point Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Jenkins played 20 minutes off the bench in the Pistons’ 53-point drubbing of the Nets on Sunday. The 24-year-old guard is still on a two-way contract, though he’s been assured a standard contract from the Pistons is coming soon. Jenkins was efficient with 18 points on nine attempts. The Pistons have three games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Nuggets on Tuesday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
With the Pistons blowing out the Nets by 53 on Sunday in the franchise’s largest victory margin of all-time, the starters didn’t see any minutes in the fourth quarter. Coach JB Bickerstaff allowed the starters to play most of the third quarter, resulting in Cunningham leading the way with 26 minutes. The 24-year-old point guard was still able to put up a double-double and was a consistent presence on the defensive end with four steals and three blocks. The Pistons begin Week 16 on Tuesday against the Nuggets at home.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren, who was selected to his first All-Star game, led the Pistons in scoring as Detroit won by its largest ever margin in the 53-point blowout of the Nets. The 22-year-old center can no longer be considered underrated as he was picked for the All-Star team ahead of notable players such as Joel Embiid. Duren played just 24 minutes as none of the starters were on the floor at all in the fourth quarter, making the stat line above rather impressive. He’s provided fourth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons have three games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Nuggets on Tuesday.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert will miss a seventh straight game as he continues to deal with an illness. His absence has resulted in more playing time for Daniss Jenkins and Ron Holland II. While neither has been productive enough to impact fantasy basketball, Jenkins is on his way to earning a standard contract after beginning the season on a two-way deal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham is once again available after being listed as probable with right hip soreness. The 24-year-old point guard is coming off scoring 29 points and dishing out 11 assists in the win over the Warriors Friday. He should be in for another big game against the Nets at home as the Pistons close out Week 15.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green will not be available for Sunday’s game due to not only hamstring injury management but also a left hip contusion suffered during Friday’s win over the Cavaliers. His absence will likely result in more minutes for Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin, with the former already in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Already having to manage his workload as he works his way back from a strained right hamstring, Green took a hard fall during Friday’s win over the Cavaliers and suffered a left hip contusion. He played 16 minutes on Friday, and that playing time may be divided among Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin if Green can’t play against the Clippers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert has missed Detroit’s last six games, but he was with the team during the road trip that concluded on Friday against the Warriors. His return could result in fewer minutes for Daniss Jenkins and Ron Holland II, but neither has been consistent enough to merit being streamed recently.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cuningham was also listed as probable ahead of Friday’s win over the Warriors, a game in which he recorded 29 points and 11 assists. Given the opposition, Cade could be in for another big day in the Pistons’ final game of Week 15.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
Robinson was 1-of-14 over his last two games from behind the three-point line entering play Friday, but bounced back in a big way as the Pistons beat the Warriors. The 31-year-old shooting guard had 15 points, all coming on five made three-pointers. With the Pistons desperate for shooting, Robinson has a clear role as the team is currently constructive. As long as he’s out of his shooting slump, he’ll have value in category leagues.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren had at least 21 points and 13 rebounds for the second game in a row. Cade Cunningham said in his postgame interview that he believes the 22-year-old center should be on the All-Star team this year. Duren is certainly having the best fantasy season of his career. He’s provided fourth-round per game value over the last two weeks. Duren and the Pistons close out the week Sunday against the Nets at home.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
The Pistons bounced back after dropping Thursday’s game against the Suns, beating the Warriors to close out their west coast road trip. Cunningham once again led the way for Detroit with 29 points. After dealing with a wrist injury that impacted his scoring, he’s had at least 20 points in four consecutive games. Cunningham has provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons will return home to face the Nets on Sunday.
PHX • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Goodwin moved back to the bench earlier this week when Collin Gillespie returned from a hand injury. The 27-year-old has an interesting skillset which includes effective rebounding and excellent defense, though his scoring is inconsistent. With Devin Booker sidelined Friday, Goodwin came off the bench and hit five three-pointers against the Cavaliers. He’s returned 15th-round per game value over the last two weeks, but isn’t necessarily worth rostering in most fantasy leagues.
PHX • Point Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Gillespie isn’t going to light up the scoreboard exactly. The 26-year-old shooting guard has scored at least 20 points in a game once in 15 games in January. He’s been an excellent source of three-pointers, though, with at least two three-pointers made in 13-of-15 games this month. Gillespie has provided seventh-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Suns close out the week at home against the Clippers on Sunday.
PHX • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Brooks’ follow-up to a career-high 40 points in the win over the Pistons on Thursday was another solid performance with 27 points in the win over the Cavaliers on Friday. This gives the 30-year-old shooting guard at least 26 points in four consecutive games. He’s been excellent, providing fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. Brooks and the red hot Suns close out the week against the Clippers on Sunday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham was initially listed as probable with a hip injury, so his availability isn’t a surprise. The 24-year-old point guard had 26 points in Thursday’s loss to the Suns. After dealing with an injury wrist that impacted his scoring, he’s had at least 20 points in three consecutive games. Cunningham and the Pistons finish up a road trip in Golden State Friday.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert is set to miss his sixth game in a row with an illness. Ron Holland II and Daniss Jenkins will continue to see rotation minutes off the bench in LeVert’s absence, though the pair combined for just six points in Thursday’s loss against the Suns.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
After missing Phoenix’s last three games, Green will be available on Friday. Given the amount of time that he’s missed, the Suns’ guard will be restricted in how much he plays. Grayson Allen should remain in the starting lineup until that changes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen has started the last three games for the Suns, and he was able to supply some scoring. Typically, most of his production has come from beyond the arc, but he has been able to get it done at the free throw line recently. His 10 free throws in this game were the second most of his career, and four days prior to this, he hit nine shots at the charity stripe, which was the third-highest total in a game in his career. Allen should continue to start for the shorthanded Suns and should remain productive against the Cavaliers on Friday.
PHX • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Anybody who said Brooks would make his first All-Star Game this year would’ve been accused of writing fan fiction, but here we are. After two straight 26-point games, Brooks set a new career high for scoring while leading the Suns to a blowout win over the top team in the East without Devin Booker. Will he get the All-Star nod? That remains to be seen, but he’s certainly making a case for himself and has been impactful for fantasy managers this year. He’ll look to stay hot against the Cavaliers on Friday.
PHX • Point Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Gillespie is back after missing Tuesday’s win over the Bucks, and he will be in the starting lineup. This pushes Jordan Goodwin back to the bench, lowering his fantasy ceiling slightly. He’ll still play plenty, especially with Devin Booker and Jalen Green sidelined.
Source: Phoenix Suns
PHX • Point Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Gillespie is back after sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Nets. His return will likely push Jordan Goodwin to the bench, but both players will see plenty of action since the Suns won’t have Devin Booker or Jalen Green.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green has now missed three straight games with a hamstring injury after missing 33 games earlier in the season. With Devin Booker (ankle) also out, Grayson Allen should step into a bigger role. Collin Gillespie (hand) would too if he’s cleared to play.
PHX • Point Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Gillespie has been upgraded to questionable ahead of the Pistons matchup, after missing Tuesday’s win over the Nets. If able to return, he’ll have a lot of value for a Suns team that’s currently dealing with poor health in the backcourt. Gillespie has proven to be a reliable player for Phoenix this season and could be considered roster-worthy in fantasy leagues at this point.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green has missed Phoenix’s last two games as the team’s medical staff looks to manage the guard’s hamstring injury. If he can play on Thursday, Green will likely be under a minutes restriction, which limits his ceiling. Look for Grayson Allen’s fantasy value to remain high since Devin Booker (ankle) is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
Two days after Brooks scored 26 points against Miami, he added 26 more in this one, though this outing was more efficient and a victory for the Suns. Brooks also had success against the Nets in their other matchup earlier this month, where he scored 27 points with six triples. Brooks has taken massive strides as a scorer this season and will look to stay hot with Devin Booker (ankle) and Jalen Green (hamstring) sidelined.