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IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith has mostly had a season to forget for the Pacers. He’s not in the top-200 in per game value this season, but the 26-year-old shooting guard went off against the Bucks on Sunday. Nesmith went 7-of-10 from behind the three-point line. Unfortunately games like this have been few and far between this year and thus he’s not a recommended addition in standard leagues.
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams missed Friday’s win over the Jazz as he continues to manage a knee injury. The 28-year-old center is set to return Sunday against the 76ers. He doesn’t have much fantasy value as the backup center.
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Initially announced as out for Sunday’s game, Jackson has been upgraded to available. He’s coming off the bench, which limits the guard’s fantasy value. However, there will be more minutes available to Jackson, as the Pacers won’t have Andrew Nembhard.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Point Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
The Pacers are once again down multiple starters, including Andrew Nembhard and Pascal Siakam. McConnell and Slawson move into the starting lineup, with the offering the higher fantasy ceiling despite a likely minutes restriction.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Jackson will miss a second straight game as he deals with a calf injury. His absence does not significantly affect fantasy basketball, especially with Aaron Nesmith available.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith and Zubac will be part of the Pacers’ starting lineup on Sunday, while McConnell and Toppin are likely to come off the bench. While Nesmith and Zubac played starters’ minutes in Friday’s loss to the Knicks, that is not guaranteed to be the case against the Bucks.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam will miss a fourth straight game, while Nembhard and Sheppard won’t play after seeing action in Friday’s loss to the Knicks. Kobe Brown is likely to remain in the starting lineup, while there may be a start in the cards for Kam Jones due to Nembhard’s absence.
Source: Tony East
IND • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
Zubac and Toppin were in the rotation for Friday’s loss to the Knicks, playing 29 and 16 minutes, respectively. If the former doesn’t play, that would open the door for Jay Huff to start. However, Huff is not a lock to provide reliable fantasy value, as his minutes have been limited when he starts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam has missed the Pacers’ last three games, and it appears likely that he’ll miss a fourth on Sunday. Kobe Brown entered the starting lineup for Friday’s loss to the Knicks, and he could remain in that role against the Bucks. Brown would be worth streaming as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
about 2 months ago
Sheppard, who played 21 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Knicks, has not been productive enough to affect fantasy basketball this season, even when he gets the occasional start. Kobe Brown is not on the injury report, and he should figure prominently in the rotation on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard and Nesmith played in Friday’s loss to the Knicks, logging 32 and 34 minutes, respectively. Nembhard’s availability may affect Kam Jones, who was a DNP-CD on Friday. As for Nesmith, Kobe Brown and Ben Sheppard could pick up additional minutes in his absence, but Sheppard is also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 2 months ago
While McConnell played 20 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Knicks, Jackson was out with a calf injury. How this all affects fantasy basketball depends on Andrew Nembhard’s (calf) availability, as he is also questionable for Sunday’s game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Williams did not play in Friday’s win over the Jazz, leading Portland to go small when starting center Donovan Clingan was not on the court. They’re likely to take a similar approach if the Time Lord remains out on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #00
about 2 months ago
Henderson has scored at least 17 points in three straight games, his most productive scoring run of the season to date. While he was responsible for five turnovers, the overall production helps compensate for that. Henderson doesn’t bring much to the table defensively, and the field-goal percentage remains low, limiting his value in category leagues. To this point in his career, Scoot has been more valuable in points leagues.
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Finishing with his 27th double-double of the season, Clingan also provided excellent value in the blocked shots category. The six rejections were a season-high for the second-year center, and two shy of his career-high. Since the All-Star break, Clingan has been a second-round player in fantasy basketball, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP (90) by a significant distance. He’ll look to end Week 20 on a high note when Portland visits Philadelphia on Sunday.
POR • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Since the All-Star break, Holiday has scored at least 19 points in eight of the 11 games that he’s played. He had an excellent night against the Jazz, shooting 66.7 percent from the field and providing good value in rebounds, assists and three-pointers. Portland still has another game in Week 20, as they visit the 76ers on Sunday. Even more enticing for those who have Holiday rostered is that Portland opens its Week 21 with a game against the lottery-bound Nets on Monday.
IND • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
There was some surprise regarding the Pacers’ decision to play Zubac and Andrew Nembhard (8/5/7/2) in both games of their back-to-back. And while head coach Rick Carlisle said that they would be under minutes restrictions, the tandem played 29 and 32 minutes, respectively. Zubac had a decent night, recording a complete stat line. Regarding the minutes, the rivalry between the franchises may have been a factor. That’s something to be mindful of next week, as Tuesday’s rematch is the first game of a back-to-back for Indiana.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
While his offense has been hit-or-miss, Walker has made strides in terms of his overall production since the All-Star break. He’s been a top-100 player in eight-cat formats since the break, doing enough to merit being rostered in 14-team leagues. As long as he’s healthy, Walker is one of the Pacers players whose minutes should be relatively safe for the rest of the season. The Pacers end Week 20 with a game against the Bucks on Sunday.
POR • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Williams’ absence frees up minutes on the back end of the Trail Blazers’ rotation for Yang Hansen, who will slot in as the backup center. That isn’t enough to make the rookie worth the risk in redraft leagues, but he should be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
IND • Power Forward • #21
about 2 months ago
Nesmith is back for Friday’s game after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Suns. As a result of his return, Ethan Thompson is not only out of the starting five but inactive due to his status as a two-way contract player. Also, Nembhard and Zubac will once again have their minutes limited.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 2 months ago
Jackson’s absence won’t significantly affect fantasy basketball, as Andrew Nembhard, T.J. McConnell and Kam Jones are available. With Nembhard and McConnell under minutes restrictions, Jones may be the player whose workload increases with Jackson out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam remains out for another game as he continues to deal with a knee injury. Obi Toppin is available, and he may get to make a spot start as a result. Siakam’s absence also affects Jarace Walker, who has been a starter even when Spicy P is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Nesmith and McConnell are back after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Suns. The latter’s playing time may be limited, as it has been for most of this season due to persistent hamstring issues. As for Nesmith, while his playing time should not take a significant hit, he’s struggled for most of this season.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Toppin is back after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Suns. He’ll play rotation minutes, but the playing time may be limited due to how much time Toppin missed earlier this season with a foot injury.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
POR • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Williams is on the report for injury management reasons, which could mean a return to the rotation for Yang Hansen. The rookie has been recalled from the Trail Blazers’ G League affiliate and is officially active. Hansen should only be rostered in dynasty leagues, and there would be no need to place him into active lineups if the Time Lord sits.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • • #
about 2 months ago
Slawson signed a two-way deal with Indiana in February, and this was his second time suiting up for the Pacers. He only played 11 minutes in his debut, but he played 32 minutes in this game and ended up turning in a strong line. The 2023 second-round pick should continue to play a role for Indiana over the rest of the season, but it will likely be too inconsistent for him to be worth rostering, even if he was productive in this one.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard got off to an insanely hot start to this game, entering halftime with 23 points while only missing one field goal attempt and one free throw. Unfortunately, he entered the game dealing with both a back injury and a neck injury, and he ended up not suiting up in the second half, though there was no official announcement from the team. This was still a productive night for him, but it was cut short by an early exit.
IND • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
Zubac made his long-awaited debut for Indiana after they acquired him ahead of February’s trade deadline. He was solid in 16 minutes in the first half, though he didn’t suit up in the second half. It was great to see him suit up for his new team, but it is clear that the priority for the Pacers is to still maintain their pick, which is top-four protected. Zubac is still a fantasy star, but he may not get the opportunity to play enough to prove it over the rest of the season.
IND • Power Forward • #21
about 2 months ago
Nembhard’s return pushes Kam Jones to the bench, while Zubac’s Pacers debut means Jay Huff will be used in a reserve role. Also, Thompson and Brown start due to Aaron Nesmith and Obi Toppin being sidelined. The lone holdover in the starting lineup is Walker.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Nesmith will sit out the first of the Pacers’ two games in as many nights. Ben Sheppard is a potential replacement in the starting lineup, but he has not done enough in prior starting opportunities to merit streaming.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Toppin hasn’t been on the injury report, but Indiana has made the decision to sit him this game, which likely means he will play against New York on Friday. With Pascal Siakam (knee) also out, Kobe Brown could slide into the starting unit.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard is back after a one-game absence. With Ivica Zubac (ankle) cleared to make his Pacers debut, he and Nembhard can establish some on-court chemistry. Nembhard has surpassed 30 minutes once in his last seven games, so fantasy managers should not expect to see him log heavy minutes on Thursday.
Source: Tony East
IND • Point Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
McConnell will miss a second straight game with this hamstring issue, and with Andrew Nembhard available, Kam Jones will fill out the backup point guard minutes with McConnell sidelined. Jones has been solid as a starter, but his production will be limited with Nembhard available.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
Zubac has been sidelined since early February, which was before he was traded to Indiana. This will be his first action in a Pacers uniform, though managers shouldn’t be surprised if his minutes are limited. Still, it will be good to see him back out on the floor. Jay Huff will likely be pushed to the bench with Zubac available.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 2 months ago
Jackson played 18 minutes on Tuesday in a loss to the Kings, but he will take a seat in this one. It’s possible that Andrew Nembhard (back/neck) or T.J. McConnell (hamstring) will be able to suit up for this one after missing Tuesday’s game, so it remains to be seen how the minutes will be split up.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam had originally been ruled doubtful, so it’s not a shock that he will miss another game. Obi Toppin will likely start in his place, as he did on Tuesday against the Kings, with Jay Huff taking on a bigger usage role.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam was held out of Tuesday’s loss to the Kings, with Obi Toppin replacing him in the starting lineup. Toppin remains under a minutes limit, playing 15 against Sacramento. While productive as the spot starter, Obi is a risky play due to his limited playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Clingan has recorded a double-double in two of his last three games and has at least 11 rebounds in four of his last five games. The 22-year-old center also made his impact felt on the defensive end with a steal and three blocks. Clingan has played under 30 minutes in four consecutive games, which has been a drag on his fantasy value lately.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Avdija returned from a back injury with 18 points in Sunday’s win over the Pacers. The story was similar Tuesday against the Hornets as he had 22 points, though the Trail Blazers lost. Avdija played 34 minutes Tuesday after playing 25 on Sunday, which is certainly a positive development as he’s now seemingly over his back injury. The Trail Blazers have two more games this week and Avdija should be available for both of them.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Back in the Trail Blazers’ lineup after a six-game absence, Avdija started and played 25 minutes on Sunday. Given the time off and how long his lower back injury has lingered, the Trail Blazers weren’t going to take any risks with the All-Star wing. Avdija missed all four of his three-point attempts, but fantasy managers can work with the rebounds, assists and blocks. Portland’s three-game Week 20 concludes with a back-to-back that extends into Week 21, so Avdija may be limited to two appearances.
POR • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Holiday was one of three Trail Blazers to score at least 21 points in Sunday’s victory, with Scoot Henderson and Jerami Grant being the others. The veteran guard shot 70 percent from the field against the Pacers, including 5-of-8 from beyond the arc. While the defensive production was limited, that isn’t an issue for Holiday on most nights.
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant may not have done much in the rebound category, an unsurprising development for him, but he compensated for that with excellent production in other areas. The veteran forward has now scored at least 21 points in three straight and seven of his last eight games. Add in the three-pointers, steals and blocked shots, and Sunday was an excellent night to have Grant in fantasy lineups.
POR • Guard • #00
about 2 months ago
After struggling in two spot starts, Henderson returned to the bench on Sunday due to Deni Avdija’s return from a back injury. And the shift to his usual role may have done Scoot some good. The third-year guard recorded his first 20-point game of the season, shooting nearly 67 percent from the field. Also notable about Henderson’s complete stat line was his lack of turnovers. He didn’t commit any in Sunday’s victory, a major step in the right direction for the Trail Blazers guard. Portland plays three games in Week 20, starting with the Hornets on Tuesday.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Avdija is back after missing Portland’s last six games with a lower back injury. As a result, Scoot Henderson heads to the bench after struggling in two spot starts earlier this week. Kris Murray, who filled in for Avdija before missing the last two games, will also come off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
POR • Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Murray is back after missing Portland’s last two games. With Deni Avdija (back) also available, Murray will come off the bench, eliminating what little fantasy value he possessed when starting in place of the All-Star playmaker.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
After a six-game absence with a lower back injury, Avdija is available to play. His return pushes Scoot Henderson, who struggled as a starter the last two games, to the bench.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Murray, who was starting in place of the injured Deni Avdija (back), has missed Portland’s last two games. Scoot Henderson moved into the starting lineup but struggled in both games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Avdija has missed Portland’s last six games with a lower back injury. With Kris Murray (illness) also out, the Trail Blazers turned to Scoot Henderson to serve as the fifth starter, and he struggled in the team’s last two games. If Murray can play and Avdija can’t look for him to return to the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Clingan bounced back with a solid effort after he was ejected after playing only 12 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Grizzlies. The 22-year-old center had 18 points and 13 rebounds, giving him four double-doubles in his last six games. Clingan has provided top-40 per game value over the last two weeks. The Trail Blazers close out Week 19 against the Pacers on Sunday.
POR • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Holiday has now scored at least 20 points in five of his last six games. The 35-year-old point guard also has back-to-back double-doubles with 10 and 11 assists in his last two games. Holiday has provided sixth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Trail Blazers close out Week 19 against the Pacers on Sunday.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Avdija is set to miss his sixth consecutive game as he continues to manage a lower back injury. Scoot Henderson should be in line for another start with Avdija and Kris Murray (illness) sidelined.
POR • Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Murray missed Wednesday’s game against Memphis following an early exit on Sunday with this illness. Scoot Henderson entered the starting unit in place of Murray for that game and would likely be in line for another start if Murray remains sidelined.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Avdija has missed Portland’s last five games with a lower back injury, and appears likely to miss a sixth on Friday. Scoot Henderson moved into the starting lineup for Wednesday’s win over the Grizzlies, as Portland was also without Kris Murray. If Murray returns, Scoot may be headed to the bench.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #00
about 2 months ago
With Deni Avdija and Kris Murray sidelined, Henderson made his second start of the season on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the third-year guard struggled offensively, shooting 1-of-6 from beyond the arc. The good news for fantasy managers is that he kept the turnovers in check, committing two. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues will be watching Henderson closely over the final month of the regular season, especially with Damian Lillard’s return in the cards for 2026-27.
POR • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Due to Donovan Clingan’s second-quarter ejection, Williams’ role took on added importance in Memphis. And the Time Lord was up to the task, scoring a season-high 20 points and recording his fourth double-double of the season. Williams has played 20 minutes or more in just five games this season, making him a challenging player to trust in most fantasy leagues.
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Limited to four points on 1-of-9 shooting in Sunday’s loss to the Hawks, Grant rebounded in a big way on Wednesday. Shooting well over 50 percent from the field, he recorded his fourth 30-point game of the season and first since December 14. Fantasy managers also received solid value in the rebound and assist categories, which don’t always happen for Grant.
POR • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Holiday and Jerami Grant put on a show in Memphis, combining for 65 points on 24-of-38 shooting from the field. The former finished with a season-high point total while also reaching double figures in assists for the fifth time. Since the All-Star break, Holiday has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Trail Blazers play twice more in Week 19, starting with the Rockets on Friday.
Source: NBA
POR • Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Clingan received his marching orders after having elbowed Grizzlies forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper in the jaw while attempting to shield the basketball. Officials deemed the play severe enough to warrant a Flagrant 2 foul, resulting in Clingan’s ejection. Robert Williams III will have added importance for the remainder of Wednesday’s game. Clingan finished with seven points, nine rebounds, one assist, one steal and three blocked shots.
POR • Guard • #00
about 2 months ago
The Trail Blazers are once again without Deni Avdija, and his replacement in the starting lineup, Kris Murray, is also out. As a result, Henderson moves into the starting five, while Vit Krejčí will remain in his usual reserve role.
Source: NBA Lineups