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POR • Guard • #17
about 2 months ago
Sharpe has missed Portland’s last four games with a strained right calf. Sidy Cissoko has replaced him in the starting lineup, but has provided limited value in that role. Cissoko is not worth streaming if Sharpe remains out for another game.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers.
CHI • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Giddey finished Monday’s defeat with a solid stat line, but he was also responsible for five turnovers. This was the second time he’s hit that number in four games, and he’s averaging 3.6 turnovers per game for the season. Giddey is still providing top-40 value in nine-cat formats, and he’s a top-25 player in eight-cat. The Bulls end Week 6 with a back-to-back against the Hornets and Pacers on Friday and Saturday.
CHI • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
After scoring eight points on 2-of-9 shooting in Saturday’s win over the Wizards, Dosunmu was far more productive in New Orleans. The issue for him and the Bulls is that they couldn’t string together stops, as the Pelicans shot 51 percent from the field and grabbed 19 offensive rebounds. That’s how you give up 143 points, as the Bulls did. Rostered in 24 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Dosunmu is ranked just outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats this season.
CHI • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Since making his season debut on November 16, White has scored at least 20 points in all four appearances. Monday may be a sign that his minutes restriction is no longer valid, as the Bulls guard played 35 of a possible 48 minutes. His previous high was 31 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Wizards. However, the Bulls have a back-to-back to end Week 6, so this may be a two-game week for White.
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
about 2 months ago
The Bulls didn’t have Nikola Vučević (knee) for Monday’s game, but head coach Billy Donovan decided to go small. The experiment of starting Patrick Williams (6/4/2 with two three-pointers) alongside Matas Buzelis lasted one half, as the Bulls gave up 74 first-half points and were bludgeoned on the glass. As a result, Smith replaced Buzelis (10/4/0/0/2 with two three-pointers) in the lineup to begin the third quarter and was solid in his 26 minutes on the floor. Whether Smith is worth a look moving forward will depend on Vučević’s availability and the schedule. Chicago ends Week 6 with a back-to-back on Friday and Saturday against the Hornets and Pacers.
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Having tweaked his left ankle during Friday’s win over the Warriors, Clingan’s availability for both games of Portland’s ensuing back-to-back was good news for the Trail Blazers and fantasy managers. After providing minimal value in Sunday’s loss to the Thunder, the second-year center recorded his fifth double-double of the season in Milwaukee. By comparison, Clingan had eight double-doubles his entire rookie season. While it’s still early, the question isn’t whether he can provide top-100 value, but rather if Clingan can maintain top-50 value in nine-cat formats.
POR • Forward • #33
about 2 months ago
In addition to pestering Milwaukee’s Ryan Rollins defensively for most of the night, Camara finished Monday’s victory with a complete stat line. The third-year forward has been close to a top-100 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. With Camara being a limited scorer, turnovers have a greater impact on his value than some other 3-and-D wings. He’s averaged 2.8 turnovers per game during this stretch, resulting in his nine-cat value being three rounds lower than his eight-cat value.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
After recording one assist in Sunday’s blowout loss to the Thunder, Avdija was considerably better on Monday. In addition to the increased assists, he has scored at least 22 points in three of his last four games. Since the Trail Blazers lost Jrue Holiday to a calf injury, Avdija has averaged 23.2 points and 7.0 assists per game. While turnovers can be an issue on occasion, Deni is well-positioned to provide top-50 value at a minimum while Portland awaits Holiday’s return.
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant recorded his second 30-point game of the season, dropping a season-high 35 on the Bucks. He did much of his work at the foul line, with 16 points from the charity stripe, the most for him since February 8, 2024, against the Pistons (18). Grant doesn’t offer much as a rebounder, but the increased scoring is why he’s a top-100 player in nine-cat formats. His average of 19.5 points per game is just over five points higher than his 2024-24 number (14.4).
CHI • Forward • #44
about 2 months ago
The Bulls are without Nikola Vučević for Monday’s game, creating an opening in the starting lineup. However, they will go small, starting Williams at the five while Jalen Smith remains on the bench. Williams is not an exceptionally reliable fantasy option, but moving into the starting lineup makes him worth the risk.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Forward • #44
about 2 months ago
Williams is back after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Wizards. While he hasn’t been the most dependable fantasy option this season, Williams is worth a look in deep leagues given the absence of Nikola Vučević and Kevin Huerter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
In addition to an illness, Huerter is dealing with soreness in his left pelvis. His absence frees up additional minutes for some of Chicago’s healthy reserves, most notably Patrick Williams, Jevon Carter and Julian Phillips. None is the most enticing streaming option, but Williams offers the highest short-term upside.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center • #9
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable for Monday’s game, Vučević will be sidelined for the first time this season. Jalen Smith should move into the starting lineup, and he’ll be worth the streaming risk due to Chicago’s lack of healthy post players.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #17
about 2 months ago
Sharpe is set to miss his third game in a row with a strained right calf. The 22-year-old shooting guard is without a clear timetable to return at this point. Sidy Cissoko has started the last two games in Sharpe’s absence and figures to get another start Monday against the Bucks.
CHI • Center • #9
about 2 months ago
Vučević is having another strong start to the year in his age-35 season. The center even called out his teammates for their lack of effort and being soft in his on-court postgame interview after beating the Wizards on Saturday. Vučević’s status is up in the air for Monday, but he might have a better chance of suiting up after his recent tough talk.
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
There weren’t a ton of bright spots for Portland in this one but Grant did his best to keep them within shouting distance by knocking down five of six shots, including three from downtown, to score 16 points in the opening half. The Trail Blazers close out a back-to-back on Monday night with a road tilt against the Bucks before facing the Spurs and Thunder again to finish off a three-game week.
POR • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
The Trail Blazers will be without Williams, who will sit due to left knee injury management. While Donovan Clingan remains the starting center, Yang Hansen will play rotation minutes off the bench out of necessity. There’s no need to roster Yang in redraft leagues, but he should be held in dynasty formats.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Clingan is good to go after being considered questionable for Sunday’s game. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Trail Blazers starting lineup, with Yang Hansen serving as the primary backup.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
CHI • Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
Terry is dealing with a strained left calf, so he may be out for a while, even though the Bulls have not announced an official timeline. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he’s on the back end of the Bulls’ rotation when healthy. Noa Essengue picked up a few minutes on Saturday, but there’s no need to consider him in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
about 2 months ago
Okoro will miss a second straight game, leaving an opening in the starting lineup. Ayo Dosunmu has moved into the starting lineup, further enhancing the fantasy value of a player who was already worth rostering in deeper leagues. If Dosunmu is on your waiver wire, add him ahead of Monday’s slate.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #44
about 2 months ago
Due to a sprained left wrist, Williams did not play in Saturday’s win over the Wizards. His absence led to more playing time for fellow reserve Julian Phillips, who played 10 minutes. Williams hasn’t done enough to merit being rostered in most leagues this season, and Phillips has been even less valuable to fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Huerter was also dealing with an illness ahead of Saturday’s win over the Wizards, a game in which he played 19 minutes off the bench. He’ll be in line for a similar workload if available on Monday, which isn’t great in terms of fantasy potential.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Giddey did most of his damage in the second half, pouring in 12 points to help rally Chicago back to a much-needed win after trailing most of the night. The 23-year-old guard has delivered third-round value for fantasy purposes this season, averaging 20.4 points, 10.7 rebounds, 9.7 assists and 1.1 steals through 14 games. The upstart Bulls kick off a three-game week with a road matchup against the floundering Pelicans on Monday night before facing the Hornets and Pacers.
CHI • Center • #9
about 2 months ago
Vučević knocked down six of eight shots from the floor during the second half as Chicago managed to come from behind to knock off the lowly Wizards in this one. The 35-year-old center has come on strong over the past week, delivering fourth-round value during a five-game span, averaging 18 points, nine rebounds and three assists.
CHI • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Giddey did most of his damage in the second half, pouring in 12 points to help rally Chicago back to a much-needed win after trailing most of the night. The 23-year-old guard has delivered third-round value for fantasy purposes this season, averaging 20.4 points, 10.7 rebounds, 9.7 assists and 1.1 steals through 14 games. The upstart Bulls kick off a three-game week with a road matchup against the floundering Pelicans on Monday night before facing the Hornets and Pacers.
CHI • Center • #9
about 2 months ago
Vučević knocked down six of eight shots from the floor during the second half as Chicago managed to come from behind to knock off the lowly Wizards in this one. The 35-year-old center has come on strong over the past week, delivering fourth-round value during a five-game span, averaging 18 points, nine rebounds and three assists.
CHI • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
The Bulls are without Isaac Okoro for Saturday’s game, so Dosunmu will remain in the starting lineup for another game. Filling the void in the lineup is White, who makes his first start of the season after coming off the bench in his first two appearances. He’ll be limited to 28 minutes, but Coby should be slotted into all fantasy lineups.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable for Saturday’s game, Huerter is good to go. He was ejected during the third quarter of Friday’s loss to the Heat, so fatigue may not be a significant issue for him. He could potentially move into the starting lineup, as Isaac Okoro (back) is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #44
about 2 months ago
Terry strained his left calf during Friday’s loss to the Heat, while Williams was not injured during the contest. Both players will miss Saturday’s game, leaving the Bulls light on bench options. Julian Phillips and Jevon Carter will likely play rotation minutes, but neither is a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
about 2 months ago
Okoro is out with a back injury. While his absence doesn’t affect fantasy basketball, it does open up a spot in the Bulls’ starting lineup. Julian Phillips is a potential replacement, especially with Patrick Williams also out. There’s no need to consider streaming Phillips.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
CHI • Guard • #30
about 2 months ago
Jones played 18 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Heat. He’ll be restricted on Saturday, with the backup guard expected to land between 20 and 22 minutes. That isn’t enough time to impact fantasy basketball, especially with Josh Giddey and Coby White available.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
CHI • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
While Buzelis exited Friday’s loss to the Heat after spraining his left ankle, White was held out for injury management reasons. Both players are available, but the latter will be restricted to 28 minutes as he continues to work his way back from the calf injury that delayed his season debut until November 16.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
POR • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
With the Trail Blazers playing games on Sunday and Monday, Williams is likely to miss one for injury management reasons. Which game he misses likely depends on starter Donovan Clingan, who is also questionable for Sunday’s game with a sprained ankle. If Clingan plays, don’t be surprised if the Time Lord does not.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Clingan tweaked his left ankle during the first half of Friday’s win over the Warriors. While he did return after a quick trip to the bench, the Trail Blazers center was off the floor in crunch time, with Robert Williams III replacing him. Who starts if Clingan can’t play depends on Williams. If the Time Lord is available, he’ll be the starter.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #17
about 2 months ago
Sharpe will miss a second straight game with a strained right calf. While the Trail Blazers have not provided an exact return timeline for the guard, fantasy managers should plan for the possibility that Sharpe will remain out for a bit. Sidy Cissoko started Friday’s win over the Warriors, with him and Caleb Love providing excellent contributions. Look for them to take on similar roles on Sunday.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
CHI • Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
Terry left Friday night’s game against the Heat with a calf injury after playing 13 minutes off the bench. While his availability doesn’t significantly impact fantasy basketball either way, the Bulls are dealing with a litany of injuries and could have their rotation depth tested against the Wizards on Saturday.
CHI • Forward • #44
about 2 months ago
Williams is dealing with a left wrist sprain. He joins a lengthy list of Bulls that might be out for Saturday’s game against the Wizards. If the Bulls are down multiple players not including Williams, he would have a clearer path towards providing what is typically middling production from the 24-year-old forward.
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Huerter is questionable with an illness for Saturday’s game against the Wizards. The 27-year-old shooting guard was ejected from Friday night’s game against the Heat in the third quarter, managing just 10 minutes off the bench before that. Huerter could be in line for a start on Saturday if he’s available and Matas Buzelis, who is also questionable, is not.
CHI • Guard • #30
about 2 months ago
Jones had eight points in 18 minutes in the Bulls’ 36-point loss to the Heat on Friday. That was the 25-year-old point guard’s return after missing three games with a left ankle impingement. Jones’ probable designation indicates he’s likely to be available for the Bulls’ second game of the back-to-back on Saturday against the Wizards.
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
about 2 months ago
Okoro is averaging 8.2 points and 2.7 rebounds per game this year. The 24-year-old small forward simply isn’t doing enough to be rostered in most fantasy leagues. Okoro, who is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Wizards with a back injury, is ranked outside the top-200 so far this season.
CHI • Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
Buzelis left Friday’s game against the Heat with an ankle injury. The 21-year-old small forward is listed as questionable, which bodes well for his long-term availability, though his status remains up in the air for Saturday against the Wizards. Kevin Huerter (illness) is also questionable, though he would be a candidate to move into the starting lineup if Buzelis is out.
POR • • #
about 2 months ago
Those big moments that Love came up big in as a collegian at North Carolina and Arizona may have helped him on Friday. The rookie guard had the best night of his NBA career, which included him hitting multiple three-pointers in crunch time. Love’s stat line only lacked a blocked shot, and he may become a factor in deep leagues due to the absences of Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson. They’ll be out multiple weeks, with Holiday closer to a return based on the timelines provided by the Trail Blazers on Friday.
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Not only did Clingan record his fourth double-double of the season on Friday, but he also finished with his first 20-point game. Portland dominated the boards in San Francisco, with the center tandem of Clingan and Robert Williams III making the difference. The “Time Lord” played 20 minutes off the bench, finishing with an 8/11/2/0/3 stat line, and he was on the court in crunch time. Clingan is providing fourth-round value in nine-cat formats, three rounds higher than his Yahoo! ADP. Regardless of which center closes games, he’s the preferred option for fantasy basketball.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
While the Trail Blazers navigate their schedule without multiple rotation players, Avdija continues to flourish. He finished Friday’s victory with his fifth double-double of the season, and the 13 assists were a career-high. With Jrue Holiday (calf) set to be re-evaluated in one to two weeks, and Scoot Henderson (hamstring) in two to four, it will be Avdija running the show for the Trail Blazers. That raises his fantasy ceiling, which was already high, considerably.
POR • Forward • #33
about 2 months ago
Camara notched his first 20-point game of the season on Friday and was one of four Trail Blazers to score at least that many points. Interestingly, he did not provide any defensive stats against the Warriors, making it the third time this season he’s completed a game without a steal or a blocked shot. While he’s still rostered in 42 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Camara remains ranked well outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats. That said, holding onto him with Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson out for multiple weeks isn’t a bad idea.
CHI • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
The Bulls fell to the Heat by 36 points on Friday and Dosunmu wasn’t without blame. The 25-year-old point guard was a team worst -33 in 33 minutes, though he was still able to have a solid game for fantasy purposes. Dosunmu dealt with a hamstring injury earlier this week so his availability could be of question on the second night of a back-to-back against the Wizards on Saturday.
POR • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
Williams is available after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Bulls, which was Portland’s second game in as many nights. His return does not impact starting center Donovan Clingan, but it will likely mean that rookie Yang Hansen falls out of the rotation entirely.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant was initially probable for Friday’s game, and his availability takes on added importance with Jrue Holiday (calf) set to miss at least another one to two weeks. Grant returned to the starting lineup due to Holiday’s injury and should remain there for the foreseeable future. While the rebounding production can be lacking, he’s worth rostering while the Trail Blazers are shorthanded.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Holiday was initially listed as questionable for Friday’s game against the Warriors, but he won’t be available after missing the last two games with a right calf strain. The 35-year-old guard is set to miss at least the next 1-2 weeks after the latest update from the team. With Shaedon Sharpe (calf) also out, the Trail Blazers will be significantly shorthanded. Jerami Grant, Kris Murray and Deni Avdija all stand to see increased usage and minutes.
POR • Guard • #00
about 2 months ago
Henderson has yet to appear in a game this season, as he suffered a torn left hamstring during an individual workout before the start of training camp. As recently as Tuesday, he told The Athletic that he still wasn’t doing much movement. Henderson has been limited to stationary shooting and some ball-handling drills, so it’s crucial to keep in mind that the two-to-four-week timeframe is for a re-evaluation of the injury. With Jrue Holiday (calf) out at least one to two weeks, expect to see plenty of Deni Avdija on the ball. Caleb Love should continue to play rotation minutes off the bench, and he’s worth tracking in deep leagues.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Holiday and Sharpe will remain out, which will open up opportunities across the roster. Sidy Cissoko and Caleb Love should see extra playing time at guard, while Jerami Grant and Kris Murray should see more run at forward. Deni Avdija should operate as the Blazers’ de facto point guard, and he finished with a 32/11/11 triple-double on Wednesday. Grant should get a boost in offensive usage as one of the team’s go-to scoring options.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant returned to the Portland lineup on Wednesday after a one-game absence, starting due to Jrue Holiday (calf) being unavailable. If Holiday and Shaedon Sharpe are available on Friday, Grant will resume his usual sixth-man duties.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
Williams was held out of Wednesday’s game against the Bulls, as it was the second game of a back-to-back for Portland. His availability does not have a significant impact on fantasy basketball, but it does impact Yang Hansen’s place in the rotation. Hansen played eight minutes on Wednesday, which matched Williams’ tally in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #17
about 2 months ago
Sharpe did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Bulls. However, it was Sidy Cissoko who received the starting nod, with Kris Murray coming off the bench. Murray offers a higher fantasy ceiling if Sharpe remains out, but neither player is a must-add in this scenario.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Holiday has missed Portland’s last two games with a strained right calf. With Shaedon Sharpe also out for Wednesday’s loss to the Bulls, the Trail Blazers turned to Deni Avdiaj to run the show offensively. Avdija will have high fantasy value regardless of Holiday’s availability, but his ceiling is higher when he’s effectively the lone playmaker.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Clingan was dominant on the glass against the Bulls, recording a career-high rebound total. Even better for fantasy managers was that the second-year center recorded a complete stat line with solid percentages. So far, Clingan has exceeded his Yahoo! ADP (84) in eight- and nine-cat formats, closing in on the top-50 in the latter. With Robert Williams’ availability still being an issue and rookie Yang Hansen not ready to contribute consistently, Clingan’s value will increase if he’s able to play 30 minutes or more. Wednesday’s game was the second this season in which he logged at least 30 minutes.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
After enjoying an excellent first season in Portland, Avdija has been elite to begin his second campaign in Rip City. He finished Wednesday’s crushing defeat with his first triple-double of the season and third of his career, all of which were recorded since Deni was traded to Portland. No Jrue Holiday or Shaedon Sharpe on the court meant more was expected of Avdija, and he was up to the task. He’s rostered in 99 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so he won’t be found on many waiver wires. The question now is whether fantasy managers should sell high or ride the wave.
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Back in the starting lineup after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Suns, Grant enjoyed his best offensive outing of the season. However, the season-high 33 points were the only highlight. Grant also provided solid value in the rebound and assist categories, a good sign for a player whose production in those categories has been deficient in prior seasons. He’s still providing top-100 value in eight- and nine-cat formats and can benefit from Shaedon Sharpe’s absence if the guard remains sidelined.
POR • Guard • #25
about 2 months ago
Grant, who did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns, is back and will start due to Shaedon Sharpe (calf) being out. The other change is Cissoko, who replaces Kris Murray. While Murray will still play rotation minutes, his already-low fantasy value takes a hit with the lineup change. Cissoko may be able to provide some defensive stats, but he also has a low fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant is back after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Suns. With Shaedon Sharpe unavailable, Grant could slide into that spot, which would mean Kris Murray gets another start. If that were to happen, Deni Avdija would essentially be the starting point guard. Portland also has the option of replacing Murray with Caleb Love to ensure there’s a legitimate guard in the starting lineup.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers