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PHX • Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
The Suns could be without Grayson Allen on Thursday, but they do appear likely to get Jalen Green (hamstring) back in the lineup. Allen had been starting in place of Green, so the Suns could make an easy one-for-one swap in the starting rotation if Allen is indeed out.
Source: Duane Rankin
MEM • • #
about 1 month ago
Ja Morant wasn’t the only culprit in the Grizzlies’ loss to the Rockets on Wednesday. Jackson had his lowest scoring output of the season with nine points on six attempts from the field. This was just the second time in eight games that the 26-year-old power forward shot worse than 50 percent in a game. Jackson is certainly better than this, but if he was more aggressive in getting shots up he wouldn’t have to be so efficient to get his points. If the Grizzlies are going to stop this three-game losing streak from growing, they’re going to need Jackson, who they signed to a max contract this offseason, to step up.
MEM • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Since winning the season opener against the Pelicans, the Grizzlies are 2-6. After Tuesday’s game, Morant said he doesn’t have his usual joy this year. It’s unlikely that he feels any differently after another loss Wednesday, this time to the Rockets and the Grizzlies’ third loss in a row. Morant is averaging 14.3 points per game on 28.6 percent shooting and four turnovers per game during the losing streak. It doesn’t get much easier for the 26-year-old point guard with home matchups against the Mavericks and Thunder on tap this weekend.
PHX • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green is on track to make his first appearance in a Suns uniform on Thursday. He missed the entire preseason and the first eight regular-season games with a hamstring injury, so Green’s playing time may be limited on Thursday if he can play. Grayson Allen may head to the bench in this scenario, but he’s worth rostering in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Brooks will miss a sixth straight game with a groin injury. Royce O’Neale should remain in the starting lineup and is worth rostering as long as Brooks cannot play. O’Neale has provided sixth-round value in nine-cat formats this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Rostered in 12 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Dunn is providing top-100 value in nine-cat formats. While he hasn’t done much scoring and is shooting 66.7 percent from the foul line, the consistently full stat lines show that he’s more valuable than some may give him credit for. Dunn’s fantasy value may slip once Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks return from their respective injuries, but he’ll remain in the starting lineup, which should give him a relatively high floor.
PHX • Center • #5
about 1 month ago
While it’s still early, the Suns’ handling of Williams has been a success. He finished Tuesday’s victory with his third double-double, including a season-high 16 rebounds. Williams has appeared in seven of Phoenix’s eight games, providing sixth-round value in nine-cat formats. Phoenix has kept him in the 25-28 minute range over the last three games, yet he’s still providing solid fantasy value. That bodes well for Williams’ future, especially if it ensures he’ll be consistently available.
PHX • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Averaging 31.0 points per game, Booker has scored at least 30 points in six of the Suns’ first eight games. While he was responsible for five turnovers, that’s to be expected given the attention he received from the Warriors defensively. However, he still shot over 50 percent from the field and is making 51.6 percent of his attempts on the season. Booker’s average of 4.3 turnovers per game has resulted in a two-round gap between his eight- and nine-cat values, but fantasy managers should not be too concerned about that.
PHX • Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Dunn was initially probable for Tuesday’s game, so his status upgrade was unsurprising. Livers is back after missing Sunday’s win over the Spurs with a right hip contusion. Dunn has been a fixture in the starting lineup and will retain that role, while Livers provides additional depth off the bench. There’s no need to roster Livers in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • • #
about 1 month ago
Jackson set his season-high for scoring in a second straight game. After scoring 20 points against Toronto on Sunday, he exceeded that mark against Detroit as the Grizzlies dropped a third straight game. Jackson’s scoring has been down early on this season, mostly due to seeing fewer shot attempts. However, he’s shooting efficiently, which helps make up for the lack of volume. He’ll look to make it three straight 20-point outings when they take on the Rockets on Wednesday.
MEM • • #
about 1 month ago
Coward has cooled off a bit after a scorching hot start to his career, but he has still been solid off the bench. He played a career-high 31 minutes in this game, which was more than both Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (25) and Jaylen Wells (21). Wells had a rough shooting night, but this is a situation worth monitoring. Coward could make a move into the starting unit if he keeps playing this well.
MEM • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
After serving a one-game suspension for “conduct detrimental to the team”, Morant returned to his role as the Grizzlies’ starting point guard. It was a subpar shooting night, but he was able to record a double-double. After the game, he was asked if he has his usual joy, and he said “no.” Clearly, the saga in Memphis will continue, though winning does seems to cure all. Unfortunately, the schedule doesn’t get any easier, with the Rockets up next on the schedule on Wednesday.
Source: Damichael Cole
PHX • • #
about 1 month ago
Livers missed the Suns’ last game, but he could return to take on Golden State. However, he has only played more than 10 minutes once this season, meaning he should be left on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Coming off his two best offensive performances of the season, Dunn is expected to be available once again despite a knee contusion. He should occupy his typical spot in the starting lineup, where he has been a top-100 player this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
This will be a fifth straight absence for Brooks, which means Royce O’Neale will be in line for another start. O’Neale has hit 17 three-pointers over the Suns’ last four games as a starter and is worth streaming until Brooks is back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green has yet to play this season, and his debut for the Suns won’t come against Golden State. Grayson Allen will remain a starter for another game, which will make him a valuable streamer that can provide plenty of threes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Morant will be back in the starting lineup after serving a one-game suspension. His return will push Cam Spencer back to the bench after an unproductive start against Toronto. If Spencer was streamed in, he can be returned to the waiver wire.
Source: Drew Hill
PHX • Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
One game removed from reaching double figures for the first time, Dunn established a new season-high point total on Sunday. The second-year forward’s fantasy ceiling is limited due to his offensive production, but he’s still offering top-100 value in nine-cat formats. The eventual returns of Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks don’t bode well for Dunn’s rest-of-season ceiling, but the floor should remain relatively high.
PHX • Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen continues to flourish in Jalen Green’s absence. Counting Sunday’s performance, he’s reached double figures in all seven games the Suns have played. Allen’s overall production has been good for seventh-round value in nine-cat formats, ranking just outside the top-75. With Green having played 5-on-5 the last two days, his return may not be far away. However, fantasy managers should not view Allen as an automatic drop, due to how well he’s played.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
While Booker’s streak of four straight 30-point games ended on Sunday, he did record his second points/assists double-double. The 13 dimes were the most in a game for the Suns star since March 14, when he hit that number against the Kings. With Jalen Green yet to make his Suns debut and Dillon Brooks out with a groin injury, Booker has found himself in a position similar to what happened far too often in previous seasons, having to shoulder even more of the offensive workload to compensate for missing “sidekicks.” Phoenix plays three games during Week 3, starting with the Warriors on Tuesday.
MEM • • #
about 1 month ago
JJJ scored a team-high in points on a night in which the Grizzlies were without their leading scorer, Ja Morant. With the efficient shooting, Jackson Jr. was able to reach the 20-point mark for the first time this season. The former Defensive Player of the Year didn’t land any stocks in this game, however, which has now happened in back-to-back games and for the third time already this season. The Grizzlies, and fantasy managers, would likely benefit from Jackson Jr. returning to last year’s form.
MEM • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Landale continues to provide the Grizzlies with solid production at the starting center spot. He shot efficiently and turned in another double-digit scoring performance on the heels of a 16-point game against the Lakers. Sunday marked his third time within the past seven days that he’s reached at least 14 points and had multiple three-point makes in a game. Landale appears to have some comfort in this Memphis offense, sharing the starting frontcourt alongside Jaren Jackson Jr. He has served as a nice starting center while Memphis deals with injuries.
MEM • Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Williams had better production in his second appearance of the season and was one of several Grizzlies players to provide value off the bench against the Raptors on Sunday. In just 21 minutes of action, his efficient shooting and contributions from beyond the arc allowed him to finish as one of Memphis’ top scorers on the evening, while also concluding as one of the team’s better facilitators. As Williams logs more game reps after a heel injury forced him to miss the beginning of the season, there’s a chance his workload and production could increase going forward.
PHX • • #
about 1 month ago
Livers will not be available after suffering a right hip contusion during Friday’s win over the Jazz. His absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as Livers is not guaranteed to play rotation minutes consistently.
Source: Duane Rankin
MEM • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Starting point guard Ja Morant is serving a one-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the team, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Spencer will fill the void, making the second start of his NBA career. With the Grizzlies also being without Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr., Spencer is worth the streaming risk in deeper leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
PHX • • #
about 1 month ago
Livers suffered a right hip contusion during the first half of Friday’s win over the Jazz. The good news is that this injury is not connected to the right hip injury that required surgery and kept Livers on the sideline for the entire 2024-25 season. His availability does not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green and Brooks remain sidelined, but the former was able to do some 5-on-5 work during Saturday’s practice. Neither player has a defined timeline for a return, but the former may be closer since he has been able to play some 5-on-5. Grayson Allen and Royce O’Neale will continue to start while the Suns await Green and Brooks’ returns, and Collin Gillespie is worth a look in deep leagues despite coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Morant’s suspension stems from comments made following Friday’s loss to the Lakers. The Grizzlies’ point guard had a disappointing performance, shooting 3-of-14 from the field and finishing with eight points, one rebound, seven assists and one steal in 31 minutes. When asked about his struggles, Morant told the assembled media to “go ask the coaching staff.” According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo challenged Morant’s leadership following the game, to which the point guard responded in a way that prompted the suspension. He’ll miss Sunday’s game against the Raptors, making Cam Spencer and Vince Williams Jr. players to consider grabbing off the waiver wire.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
PHX • Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
After scoring nine points or less in Phoenix’s first five games, Dunn cracked double figures on Friday. He also matched his career-high in rebounds, notching his fourth career double-double. Dunn is lurking just outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats, but the limited scoring and low free-throw percentage lower his ceiling. That said, he’s averaging nearly two combined steals and blocks per game, representing decent value for the second-year wing.
PHX • Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen continues to start as the Suns await the return of Jalen Green, who remains day-to-day with a strained hamstring. Allen didn’t shoot the ball well against the Jazz, but the complete stat line will salvage something for those who have him rostered in category leagues. He’s providing top-75 value in nine-cat formats and should be rostered as long as the Suns are without Green. Allen is available in nearly 70 percent of Yahoo! leagues.
PHX • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Booker put on a show on Friday, leading the Suns to their first win in NBA Cup group play. While he didn’t record any defensive stats, the offensive production was excellent, with the Suns guard finishing an assist shy of his second 30-point double-double. The most significant issue for Booker regarding his fantasy value has been turnovers, as he’s averaging 4.0 per game. He only had one against the Jazz in another reminder that fantasy managers should not lose any sleep over Booker’s turnovers.
MEM • • #
about 1 month ago
Jackson isn’t the offensive catalyst that Ja Morant is for the Grizzlies, but he’s certainly one of the teams’ best players. The 26-year-old power forward had just two points in the second half as Memphis blew a 14-point halftime lead to the Lakers on Friday. Jackson was also fairly quiet in the other categories as he had four rebounds, one assist and no blocks or steals before he fouled out. He could stand to be more assertive on offense as he only took eight shots in the game while Ja Morant, Jaylen Wells, Santi Aldama, Cedric Coward and Vince Williams Jr. all took more in a close loss.
MEM • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
The Grizzlies were up by 14 at halftime, but Morant had trouble scoring all night and outright failed to score in the second half. The 26-year-old point guard is playing through an ankle injury, which could be contributing to him scoring above 23 points only twice in six games. Morant isn’t known for his three-point shooting, but he’s 5-for-30 from behind the three-point line so far. Overall, he’s had two good games out of six and he needs to be more consistent and efficient on offense.
PHX • • #
about 1 month ago
Livers played three minutes during the first half before exiting with a right hip contusion. Before Friday, he totaled 34 minutes in three appearances, with 21 coming in the Suns’ October 27 overtime loss to Utah. Livers’ absence won’t impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Amanda Pflugrad
PHX • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green still has not reached the point where he’s healthy enough to play in games. Grayson Allen will remain in the starting lineup until that changes, and he should be rostered in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Brooks will miss a third straight game due to right groin soreness. Royce O’Neale will remain in the starting lineup until that changes, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center • #5
about 1 month ago
Williams made his first start of the season on Wednesday, and all that was missing from his final stat line was a three-pointer. He shot the ball well from the field and was active as a rebounder and defender. Some fantasy managers were unwilling to roll the dice on Williams due to his injury history, as he’s yet to play 50 games in a season. While that will remain a concern until he proves he can stay healthy, Williams is off to a good start in Phoenix. He’s providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP of 83.
PHX • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Not on the radar for many fantasy managers during draft season, Gillespie has emerged as a reputable deep-league option. He recorded a complete stat line against the Grizzlies and played 31 minutes off the bench. Gillespie, who’s rostered in 10 percent of Yahoo! leagues, has clearly earned the trust of Suns head coach Jordan Ott. And with the Suns playing two more games during Week 2, adding Gillespie wouldn’t be a bad idea for deep-league managers needing a point guard.
PHX • Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
O’Neale has made at least two three-pointers in each of the Suns’ five games, but he’s kicked things up a notch with Dillon Brooks (groin) unavailable. A starter in Phoenix’s last two games, the veteran forward is a combined 11-of-23 from beyond the arc. O’Neale’s performance on Wednesday was closer to the norm than his showing against the Jazz two nights prior, but he’s worth rostering until Brooks is cleared to return.
MEM • Forward-Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Not only did Aldama match his season-high point total on Wednesday, but he also recorded his first double-double of the season. Rostered in 41 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s providing seventh-round value in nine-cat formats. Despite coming off the bench, Aldama has value in some 12-team leagues. Memphis still has two games during Week 2, starting with the Lakers on Friday.
MEM • • #
about 1 month ago
Jackson has been consistent on offense, scoring between 16 and 19 points in each of the Grizzlies’ five games. However, that has not been the case on the boards. After totaling five rebounds in games against the Heat and Pacers, he’s grabbed 13 over the last two games. The Grizzlies need a bit more from Jackson in that category as they await the returns of Zach Edey and Brandon Clarke. And a consistently productive Jackson on the boards would also benefit fantasy managers.
PHX • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Booker was 10-of-26 from the field on Wednesday, but an 11-of-26 night would have meant a Suns victory. His three-pointer just before time expired missed the mark, dropping Phoenix to 1-4 on the season. Thus far, Booker is ranked outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats, with turnovers being the issue. He committed three against the Grizzlies but averages nearly five per game on the season. Booker has only averaged four or more turnovers per game once in his career, so fantasy managers should not be too concerned.
MEM • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
While Morant did commit six turnovers, he shot over 50 percent from the field and made the game’s biggest shot. With 7.3 seconds remaining, his floater gave the Grizzlies a 114-113 lead that would stand as the final score after a Devin Booker miss. Morant’s 28 points are the most he’s scored in a game since the opener, when he dropped 35 on the Pelicans. The lingering concern for Morant is that he’s likely due for an extended absence at some point. However, he’s had no issues thus far after missing the preseason with an ankle injury.
Source: NBA
PHX • Center • #5
about 1 month ago
Two nights after playing a season-high 31 minutes in an overtime loss to the Jazz, Williams is in the Suns’ starting lineup for the first time. He replaces Oso Ighodaro, who provided limited fantasy value as a starter. While there remain concerns about Williams’ availability, he’s healthy currently and should be slotted into fantasy lineups.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Forward-Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Aldama’s availability is more critical to the Grizzlies and fantasy managers than Williams’, as he’s guaranteed to play quality rotation minutes. Starting center Jock Landale will miss out on a potential increase in his playing time with Aldama available. As for Williams, he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball, with Wednesday’s game being his first of the season.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
PHX • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
There was some hope that Green would be able to make his Suns debut on Wednesday, but he isn’t healthy enough to do so just yet. Grayson Allen will continue to start and should be rostered in fantasy leagues until Green can play starters’ minutes.
Source: John Gambadoro
PHX • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Injured before the start of the preseason, Green has yet to make his Suns debut. That could change on Wednesday, as he’s considered questionable. Given the time missed, Green will likely be under a minutes restriction whenever he’s available to play. Grayson Allen has been the starter, but he’s worth holding onto even after Green is healthy enough to play starters’ minutes.
MEM • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Williams has yet to appear in a game this season, but that may change on Wednesday. While he can provide additional depth on the perimeter, Williams is unlikely to get the run needed to impact fantasy basketball. Leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Forward-Center • #7
about 2 months ago
Aldama is dealing with a sore left shoulder, hence his inclusion on the injury report. If he’s unable to play, starting center Jock Landale may play more, but he is not a must-stream player. Landale only played 24 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Warriors.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Center • #2
about 2 months ago
Landale made his fourth start and set a new season-high in points during his 24 minutes of game action. His production came with a perfect shooting percentage and was highlighted by his first game of the season with multiple three-point makes. Landale provides a unique offensive skill set to the Grizzlies’ starting unit, and he’ll have a chance to put together back-to-back strong outings on Wednesday against the Suns.
MEM • • #
about 2 months ago
Jackson Jr. did the bulk of his scoring in the beginning and end of Monday’s contest, but really struggled to make an impact on offense during the middle two quarters. He still found a way to score at least 15 points for the fourth time in as many games to begin the season, but tallied a season-low in points while shooting under 50.0 percent from the field for the first time. Jackson Jr. has yet to log a dominant performance on offense, but his next opportunity to do so will be on Wednesday against the Suns.
MEM • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Inefficient shooting prevented Morant from a more stellar stat line on Monday — he made fewer than half of his two-pointers and missed all of his six attempts from beyond the arc. The superstar guard was able to take advantage of the free-throw line, however, and impressed as a facilitator throughout the game. Ultimately, he finished just one assist shy of the double-double against the Warriors but will have a chance to log his first of the season against the Suns on Wednesday.
MEM • Center-Forward • #28
about 2 months ago
To begin the regular season, the Grizzlies have been hit hard by injuries, including Ty Jerome, Scotty Pippen Jr., Brandon Clarke and Zach Edey. Due to the absences, the Grizzlies can apply for a hardship exception to sign a player on a 10-day deal. Adding Bassey to the roster will give Memphis needed depth at the center position, with Jock Landale being the current starter. Fantasy managers don’t need to add Bassey.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • • #
about 2 months ago
Small played 21 minutes in the blowout win, but this is still an important data point, even if he won’t play that much regularly. With Ty Jerome (calf) and Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) set to miss extended periods of time, Small is the backup behind Ja Morant, who has been managing an ankle injury. If Morant ever misses a game, Small will start, and he showed in this game that he can provide assists.
MEM • • #
about 2 months ago
The rookie was impressive in his first two games, but this performance took things up a notch. Coward made all six of his attempts from deep to lead both teams in scoring. He didn’t contribute as much defensively, but he still has five steals through three games. The rookie only played six games at Washington State last year, but his transition to the NBA has gone really well. If he continues to play like this, it will be difficult to keep him in a reserve role.
MEM • Forward-Center • #7
about 2 months ago
Aldama was listed as questionable for the second leg of this back-to-back, but he will be good to suit up. He had 13 points and eight rebounds in the blowout loss to Miami and will look to help Memphis get back on track.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Forward-Center • #7
about 2 months ago
Aldama is the lone Grizzlies player on the injury report who saw action in Friday’s loss to the Heat, having tallied 13 points, eight rebounds, one steal and one three-pointer in 20 minutes. If he cannot play, starting center Jock Landale’s playing time may increase after he logged 18 minutes against Miami. P.J. Hall could also figure more prominently in the rotation, but he would be worth the risk in any fantasy league.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Morant only played 22 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Heat, which may have influenced the decision to make him available for Saturday night. Javon Small will remain in the backup point guard role, and Cam Spencer will get to spend some time on the ball when Morant is resting. Neither is a must-stream player in this spot.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Morant, who missed the entire preseason with a sprained left ankle, played 22 minutes in the 146-114 defeat. However, while the workload may lead some to assume he should be able to play on Saturday, the Grizzlies star was initially questionable for Friday. If Morant does not play because it is the second game of a back-to-back, Memphis will have to rely heavily on Javon Small and Cam Spencer. Small played 22 minutes on Friday, finishing with nine points and eight assists, and he would be worth streaming if Morant sits.
Source: Damichael Cole
MEM • • #
about 2 months ago
Coward was solid in his debut, and he was productive in this game as well. He was the lone bright spot in this game for Memphis. He did finally miss a shot, but he was able to hit the first two triples of his career in the ugly loss. This is a game to forget for the Grizzlies, but for Coward, it was a continuation to a solid start to his young career. Next up for this team is the Pacers on Saturday, which is the second leg of a back-to-back.