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SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
Playing against his former team for the first time, LaVine wasn’t able to have a big night. He only scored three points in the first half, all of which came at the free throw line. This ended up being LaVine’s worst game since being traded to Sacramento, which was rather disappointing for the #RevengeGame narrative. LaVine should bounce back against the Bucks on Saturday, but this was a missed opportunity for him.
SAC • Forward • #41
12 months ago
With Domantas Sabonis sidelined, Lyles has been able to step up as a solid offensive option off the bench for Sacramento. He did plenty of damage early on and had 14 points with four three-pointers in the first half. He ended up setting a new season-high for scoring despite not hitting any triples in the second half. Jonas Valanciunas only played 15 minutes on Thursday while Lyles logged 24 minutes. Clearly, even if Lyles still isn’t playing a massive role, he has been the preferred option over the last few games.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Chicago didn’t have any answers for Malik Monk, especially in the first half as he entered the break with 19 points and five three-pointers. He didn’t knock down any triples after halftime, but he was still able to set a new season-high for scoring despite the loss. Monk had quite the rough patch that lasted from the middle of February until last week, but he has figured things out recently. Over Sacramento’s last three games, Monk has averaged 28 points, 6.7 assists and 4.3 three-pointers per game.
PHX • Center • #22
12 months ago
Plumlee will miss a second-straight game, which means that rookie Oso Ighodaro will continue to split the minutes at center with starter Nick Richards. Ighodaro played 20 minutes on Wednesday and contributed four points, six rebounds and three assists.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
12 months ago
Allen has missed the Suns’ last five games but could return against Cleveland. With Bradley Beal (hamstring) sidelined, Allen could move into the starting lineup and bump Collin Gillespie to the bench. Even if Gillespie continues to start, Allen’s return would cut into his minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
LaRavia will be back after a one-game absence, and he should continue to be an important option off the bench with Domantas Sabonis sidelined. His return may cut into Trey Lyles’ role after Lyles played 30 minutes on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
LaRavia is in danger of missing a second-straight game with an illness. The Kings wing has popped in a handful of games with Sacramento and his absence could lead to more minutes for Trey Lyles again.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
LaVine missed Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers for personal reasons but is available to play against his old team. He should slot back into his usual role. Whether he’ll be extra motivated against Chicago remains to be seen, but his numbers have taken a slight dip across the board since being traded to Sacramento.
SAC • Point Guard • #22
12 months ago
With Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) and Zach LaVine (personal) unavailable, the Kings effectively went with a seven-man rotation Wednesday night. The good news for Doug Christie is that both reserves, Carter and Trey Lyles, were productive. Carter scored a season-high 16 points and provided solid value in the rebound, assists and steals categories. Lyles added 13 points, seven rebounds, five assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 30 minutes. With Sabonis out for at least a week and LaVine’s status for Thursday’s game against the Bulls undetermined, Carter and Lyles could be worthy of a look in deep leagues.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Monk has scored 20 points or more in two straight and three of his last five outings. On Wednesday, he recorded a complete stat line, including eight assists, the most he’s had in a game since March 3. Over the past two weeks, Monk has been a top 75 player in eight-cat formats. And it is not unreasonable to expect him to maintain that production level for the remainder of the season.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
Ellis replaced Zach LaVine (personal) in the Kings’ starting lineup Wednesday night and did not miss a shot. He made all four field goal attempts and shot 2-of-2 from the foul line, reaching double figures in scoring for the second time in six games. Even if LaVine is available for Thursday’s game against the Bulls, Ellis is well-positioned to provide additional fantasy value due to Domantas Sabonis’ (hamstring) absence. At a minimum, those who added Keon should hold onto him through the end of Week 20.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
With the Kings playing without Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine, they needed DeRozan to step up offensively. Deebo answered the call, shooting better than 50 percent from the field in 36 minutes on the court. The Kings wing has scored 22 points or more in four straight games, and he stands to have even more opportunities with Sabonis out for at least 10 days. The Kings end Week 20 with games against the Bulls and Bucks.
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards’ 28 minutes Wednesday were the most he’s played in eight games in March so far. The 27-year-old center continues to start and is the preferred fantasy option to Oso Ighodaro. Richards would benefit from more minutes down the stretch of the season, though the Suns seem unlikely to play him at least 30 minutes per game.
PHX • Forward • #35
12 months ago
Durant still had 26 points even with Devin Booker going for 41 points himself and Durant dishing out eight assists. The 36-year-old small forward has had at least 20 points in eight of 10 games in March. Durant has been a top fantasy option in eight-category leagues since the All-Star break. The Suns have on game left in Week 20 with the Cavaliers on tap Friday.
PHX • Forward • #35
12 months ago
Durant still had 26 points even with Devin Booker going for 41 points himself and Durant dishing out eight assists. The 36-year-old small forward has had at least 20 points in eight of 10 games in March. Durant has been a top fantasy option in eight-category leagues since the All-Star break. The Suns have on game left in Week 20 with the Cavaliers on tap Friday.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Booker’s 41 points were the most he’s had in a game since dropping 47 against the Jazz on February 7. The 28-year-old shooting guard has had at least 27 points in back-to-back games since going 6-of-17 from the field against the Lakers on Sunday. With Bradley Beal still dealing with a hamstring injury, Booker and Kevin Durant will continue to run the show for Phoenix.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Booker’s 41 points were the most he’s had in a game since dropping 47 against the Jazz on February 7. The 28-year-old shooting guard has had at least 27 points in back-to-back games since going 6-of-17 from the field against the Lakers on Sunday. With Bradley Beal still dealing with a hamstring injury, Booker and Kevin Durant will continue to run the show for Phoenix.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
In addition to Domantas Sabonis (hamstring), the Kings are without Zach LaVine (personal) for Wednesday’s game. Ellis moves into the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling substantially. He should be streamed as long as LaVine is away from the team.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
While LaRavia has not been much of a fantasy asset since joining the Kings, his absence means the Kings will be without three rotation players with Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine also ruled out. Trey Lyles should play more minutes off the bench, while Devin Carter may also pick up a few more.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
LaRavia was added to the Kings’ injury report late, which doesn’t bode well for his availability. If he cannot play against the Cavaliers, Trey Lyles will take on additional minutes off the bench. Devin Carter may also play more, as the Kings are already without Zach LaVine (personal).
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
LaVine is away from the team for personal reasons, opening up a space in the starting lineup. Keon Ellis is the most likely choice to fill the void, and he would be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis sprained his right ankle during Monday’s win over the Grizzlies. Already ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers, the Kings center will reportedly sit for at least 10 days. With the Kings fighting for playoff positioning in the West, this is a significant blow to the team’s hopes of making a run at a top-six seed. As for fantasy basketball, Sabonis’ absence means Jonas Valanciunas will take over the starting center job and should be rostered wherever he’s still available.
Source: Shams Charania
PHX • Center • #22
12 months ago
During Monday’s win over the Raptors, Plumlee strained his left quad, while Allen has missed Phoenix’s last four games. Plumlee’s absence means Oso Ighodaro will move into the backup center role, and he’s played more minutes than starter Nick Richards in the previous two games. Allen’s continued absence means additional playing time for Cody Martin, but he won’t impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis injured his ankle during Monday’s win over the Grizzlies and will miss at least one game. Jonas Valanciunas will be his replacement in the starting lineup and should be added wherever he’s available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
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12 months ago
Taylor has made some noise for the Stockton Kings of the G League this season, averaging 17.5 points, 8.4 rebounds and 3.4 assists. He’ll get some time with the parent club, but don’t expect enough minutes or usage to make him worth picking up in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
PHX • Power Forward • #4
12 months ago
While Ighodaro has not provided much fantasy value on most nights this season, he has had more opportunities recently. The rookie has taken on the backup center responsibilities in the Suns’ last four games, averaging 8.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 0.5 steals and 1.5 blocks in 27.5 minutes. Ighodaro has recorded excellent percentages, shooting 77.8 percent from the field and 80 percent from the foul line. Nick Richards (10 points, four rebounds and one assist) remains the starting center, but he only logged 12 minutes on Monday. Ighodaro isn’t a player to add right now, but he’s worth watching for the rest of Week 20.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
LaVine suffered an ankle injury in the first half that briefly held him out of the game, but he was able to return to complete the win. This was his second-straight game with at least 20 points, and he has made at least 50 percent of his shot attempts in six consecutive games. LaVine has played well recently, and it was enough on Monday to end Sacramento’s four-game losing streak. He’ll look to stay hot against Cleveland on Wednesday before taking on his former team on Thursday when the Bulls come to town.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
It has been a rough stretch for Monk, but he had an excellent performance to lead the Kings to a win on Monday. His 28 points were the most that he has scored in a game since he had 31 points in a loss in January. Monk’s production on Wednesday night was similar to what he was producing in December and January, which was one of the best stretches of his career. Hopefully this won’t just be a one-time thing for Monk. He hasn’t played well since they traded De’Aaron Fox, but perhaps this is a sign of things to come.
SAC • Center • #17
12 months ago
This was Valanciunas’ second-straight game as a reserve, but he may be headed back to the starting lineup on Wednesday. Domantas Sabonis briefly exited in the first quarter due to an eye laceration, but he was cleared to return. Unfortunately, he didn’t have better luck after that as an ankle injury ended his night after playing just 12 minutes. Sacramento has three games left this week, including a back-to-back on Wednesday and Thursday. Valanciunas should see a boost in production if Sabonis is out.
PHX • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
Gillespie was Suns coach Mike Budenholzer’s choice to replace the injured Bradley Beal (hamstring) in the starting lineup on Monday. Unfortunately, he failed to provide much value in his 16 minutes on the court. Tyus Jones was solid off the bench, finishing with 15 points, three rebounds, four assists and four three-pointers in 27 minutes. While he hasn’t been as productive as many fantasy managers hoped during the preseason, Jones (61 percent rostered) is the only Suns guard worth adding with Beal sidelined.
PHX • Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Dunn has started Phoenix’s last three games, scoring in double figures in each. The rookie has been more aggressive offensively, and the defensive production has also been there. While Dunn did not record a steal on Monday after racking up seven in games against the Kings and Lakers, he did block two shots in the 40-point victory. His season-long fantasy value remains low, but Dunn has been a top-100 player over the past week. Rostered in two percent of Yahoo! leagues, he won’t be too hard to find for managers needing defensive production.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
After shooting poorly in Sunday’s loss to the Lakers, Booker got back on track against an overmatched opponent. He’s scored 22 points or more in five of his last seven games and has been a top-25 player in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. With Bradley Beal (hamstring) out for the rest of Week 20, it will be the Booker and Kevin Durant (14/3/3/1 with one three-pointer in 26 minutes) show for the foreseeable future.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis suffered a sprained right ankle on a drive to the basket early in the third quarter. He immediately limped back to the locker room with assistance from a team trainer. Since Sabonis did not shoot his free throws, he is ineligible to return to Monday’s game. If Domas misses time, Jonas Valanciunas will have increased fantasy value, and Keon Ellis will see more time off the bench.
Source: Sean Cunningham
PHX • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
The Suns have decided to go with Gillespie to fill the void left by Bradley Beal, who will miss at least one week with a hamstring injury. While the move into the starting lineup gives Gillespie an opportunity to achieve fantasy relevance, Tyus Jones is the safer streaming play despite remaining on the bench.
Source: Phoenix Suns
SAC • Forward • #41
12 months ago
After missing Friday’s game against the Suns, Lyles will be back in the lineup against Memphis. He’ll fill out his typical role off the bench, which hasn’t been enough for him to be a factor in fantasy basketball.
Source: James Ham
PHX • Guard • #23
12 months ago
Morris is available after being listed as probable on the initial injury report. With Bradley Beal (hamstring) out for one week, there may be minutes available to Morris on the back end of the Suns’ rotation. However, he should not be rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards’ availability is more impactful, as he will be in the Suns’ starting lineup. As for Martin, his availability gives the Suns another option on the wing with Bradley Beal (hamstring) out for at least one week. Martin doesn’t need to be added in most fantasy leagues, but he’s worth watching on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #3
12 months ago
This timeline has Beal set to be re-evaluated on March 24, which means that he will miss all three of the Suns’ games this week and will likely miss their game against the Bucks on the re-evaluation date. Tyus Jones will likely replace Beal in the starting lineup, which gives him a boost in value for the rest of the week.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Forward • #17
12 months ago
Martin didn’t see the floor on Friday, which was the first time he was cleared to play since being traded to Phoenix. However, he logged eight minutes off the bench on Sunday. Morris hasn’t played in over a month, though that wasn’t always because of this back injury,. Both players are expected to be available, but neither is expected to play a significant role, if they see the floor at all.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards is on track to play Monday night after returning from a sprained ankle on Sunday. He played 19 minutes against the Lakers, with rookie Oso Ighodaro taking on the backup center role. Ighodaro would only be worth a look if Richards were ruled out, but that appears unlikely based on the “probable” tag.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #3
12 months ago
Unsurprisingly, Beal is out after experiencing tightness in his left hamstring during Sunday’s loss to the Lakers. While Collin Gillespie started the third quarter in Beal’s absence, he has not done enough to merit being streamed. Tyus Jones will also have added importance and should be ahead of Gillespie in the pecking order. As for Allen, Monday’s game will be the fourth he has missed with a strained foot. Royce O’Neale and Ryan Dunn will continue to play additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Forward • #41
12 months ago
Lyles did not play in Friday’s loss to the Suns, Sacramento’s second game in as many nights. The Kings’ starters played more minutes with Lyles unavailable, and reserve Jake LaRavia only logged 16 minutes off the bench. LaRavia is not worth rostering in most fantasy leagues, regardless of Lyles’ availability.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards returned to the Suns’ lineup after missing two games with a sprained ankle. He only played 19 minutes, with Oso Ighodaro (four points, five rebounds and two assists) logging 22 off the bench. Since joining the Suns, Richards has been a fantasy disappointment, but being a starter makes him worth holding onto in deep leagues. With the Suns facing the Raptors on Monday, his status is worth monitoring. Ighodaro could be moved into a starting role if Richards misses that one.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Like Kevin Durant, Booker shot 6-of-17 from the field on Sunday. The good news for fantasy managers was Booker’s assist tally, making it two straight games in double figures in that category. Since the All-Star break, he has provided top-25 value in eight-cat formats. With the Suns losing Bradley Beal (hamstring) again, they’ll need more production from Booker as the team looks to chase down the Mavericks for the final play-in spot.
PHX • Forward • #35
12 months ago
Durant and the Suns had a rough afternoon in Los Angeles, as they began with little energy and then lost Bradley Beal to hamstring tightness. KD had a subpar day shooting-wise, but fantasy managers can use the rebound production. Since the All-Star break, the Suns star has been an elite option in eight-cat formats. Durant will look to get back on track when the Suns begin a three-game Week 20 against the Raptors on Monday.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #3
12 months ago
Beal is again injured, as tightness in his left hamstring has ended his Sunday afternoon. Collin Gillespie started the third quarter but is not a player fantasy managers should look to add if Beal misses time. Tyus Jones should also have an expanded role within the Suns rotation.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Guard • #23
12 months ago
It has been over a month since Morris played in a game, but his upgrade to questionable ahead of Sunday’s game may mean he will be available soon. However, he hasn’t been part of the rotation when healthy, so even if he is able to suit up this week, it won’t impact the team’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards was initially listed as probable after missing the Suns’ last two games with an ankle injury. Mason Plumlee and Oso Ighodaro split the minutes at center, though neither was productive. Plumlee will likely return to playing a reserve role with Richards back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard • #23
12 months ago
Morris has not appeared in a game since February 8. And the veteran point guard has not been in the rotation when healthy, so there’s no need to consider him for fantasy rosters.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
12 months ago
Allen has missed the Suns’ last two games with a foot injury, and Sunday will push that streak to three. Tyus Jones and Ryan Dunn will play additional minutes, with the latter replacing Royce O’Neale in the starting lineup for Friday’s win over the Kings. Neither Jones nor Dunn has been the most reliable fantasy option this season, but the former offers a higher floor.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards has missed the Suns’ last two games, with Mason Plumlee filling the void in the starting lineup. However, with Plumlee getting ejected from both outings, rookie Oso Ighodaro played extensive minutes off the bench. Neither player is worth rostering, even if Richards has to miss a third straight game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Point Guard • #21
12 months ago
While he hasn’t been much of an asset in fantasy leagues since the All-Star break, Jones is capable of the occasional big night. Friday was one of those occasions, as he shot 6-of-6 from beyond the arc. The six triples matched Jones’ season-high, and this was his first 20-point effort since New Year’s Eve. Tyus’ hot shooting helped supplement Bradley Beal’s production, as he finished with 15 points, three rebounds, two assists, one steal and four three-pointers in 26 minutes. As long as Beal remains the preferred option to start, there won’t be much to gain from rostering Jones in most leagues.
PHX • Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Having fallen in the wing pecking order since late January, Dunn was able to start on Friday. And the rookie had a good night, racking up 16 points and four steals in 33 minutes. Dunn didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but the overall production was solid. Royce O’Neale was moved to the bench, finishing Friday’s win with nine points, three rebounds, one assist, two steals and three three-pointers in 21 minutes. While Dunn could be worth a look if he retains his place in the starting lineup, that isn’t guaranteed. And with the Suns only playing three games during Week 20, the schedule doesn’t work in his favor.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Initially announced as a reserve, Sabonis was in the starting lineup in his first game back from a strained hamstring. The veteran center playing 30 minutes and recording a triple-double was a positive sign, and he has a couple of days to recover before the Kings return to action on Monday. Sabonis’ return pushed Jonas Valanciunas to the bench, and he finished with six points, five rebounds and two assists in 12 minutes. There’s no need to hold onto Valanciunas in shallow leagues, while standard league managers may be willing to exercise some patience.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
After attempting 16 shots total in his prior two games, LaVine put up 13 on Friday. That wasn’t enough to get the Kings into the winner’s circle, but LaVine’s offensive output received a welcome boost. Since the All-Star break, he has been a fourth-round player in eight-cat formats. LaVine has provided consistent fantasy value since joining the Kings in early February, and that appears unlikely to change anytime soon. The Kings play four games during Week 19, starting with the Grizzlies on Monday.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
DeRozan had a good night shooting the ball but provided little value outside of points and three-pointers. Friday’s game was his first of the season with a stat line this meager, which should give fantasy managers some solace. Since the All-Star break, DeRozan has been a fourth-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats. He’ll look to bring a bit more to the table during Sacramento’s four-game Week 20 slate.
SAC • Forward • #41
12 months ago
Lyles was a late addition to the injury report Thursday with a leg issue, but ultimately he was available and played 22 minutes. Now the 29-year-old power forward is out with a back injury against the Suns Friday. Jonas Valanciunas is heading back to the bench with the return of Domantas Sabonis, but he could see plenty of time off the bench with Lyles ruled out.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis is set to return from a hamstring injury that’s sidelined him for the past six games. The 28-year-old power forward’s return to the starting lineup will likely put an end to Jonas Valanciunas’ run as a starter with the Kings.
SAC • Forward • #41
12 months ago
Lyles played ahead of Jonas Valanciunas in the second half of Thursday’s game. He’s questionable with a back injury, but if he’s available Friday there might be more minutes for him against the Suns.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis was able to practice Wednesday, but he’s missed the last six games with a hamstring injury. If he’s unable to go again Friday, Jonas Valanciunas will continue to start at center and be a must-play fantasy option.