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SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
The Kings are without Malik Monk and DeMar DeRozan for Sunday’s game. Clifford and Plowden move from the bench to the starting lineup, with the former playing both games of Sacramento’s back-to-back after missing two games with a foot injury.
Source: NBA Lineups
BKN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
The lone change to the Nets’ lineup is Mann, who replaces Ziaire Williams. Williams will remain in the rotation, and he can provide deep-league value in a reserve role.
Source: NBA Lineups
BKN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Added to the Nets’ injury report early Sunday afternoon, Wilson is now officially out. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball significantly, but it does free up minutes for some of the Nets’ other reserves. With Josh Minott (hip) also out, Chaney Johnson should play more than the 14 minutes he logged in Friday’s loss to the Lakers.
Source: C.J. Holmes
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Minott, who fell hard on his left hip during Friday’s loss to the Lakers, will not play on Sunday. His absence should result in more playing time for Chaney Johnson, but the Nets’ rotation has been somewhat unpredictable in recent games.
Source: Collin Helwig
BKN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wilson’s status has been downgraded again, this time from probable to questionable. Generally speaking, that does not bode well for a player’s availability. His absence would free up minutes for Chaney Johnson, but he is not a must-roster player.
Source: C.J. Holmes
BKN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wilson was added to the injury report early Sunday afternoon, but the probable tag suggests that he will ultimately be available. At best, he offers limited value off the bench and should not be rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Sunday’s game is the second in as many days for the Kings, who lost to the Hawks on Saturday. Monk started and played 27 minutes in that contest; his absence could free up a place in the starting lineup for Daeqwon Plowden. With DeMar DeRozan also out, rolling the dice on Plowden in deep leagues would not be a bad idea.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
DeRozan will sit out Sunday’s game with a sore hamstring, with this being the Kings’ second game in as many days. Nique Clifford is available, but Saturday’s loss to the Hawks was his first game back from a foot injury. While the rookie may have more opportunities on offense, his playing time may not increase much.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clifford, who injured his foot during a March 22 game against the Nets, returned sooner than expected, as he only missed two games. The positives for fantasy managers were the rookie’s ability to play 23 minutes without issue, as well as the rebounds and assists. However, Clifford had a brutal night shooting the basketball, going 0-of-5 from two and 1-of-6 from three. With the Kings visiting the Nets on Sunday, Clifford should be considered questionable.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Raynaud’s double-double was his 17th of the season and ninth since the All-Star break. The rookie center has provided consistent value since stepping in for the injured Domantas Sabonis, and he has been a fifth-round player since the All-Star break. Rostered in 44 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Raynaud is worth adding ahead of Sunday’s game against the Nets if he’s on the waiver wire.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk’s seven assists on Saturday made it five consecutive games in which he’s recorded five or more. Add in the two steals, and this was a solid showing for the veteran guard, even if his scoring was limited. The Kings play once more in Week 22, as they visit the Nets on Sunday.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Rostered in 37 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Achiuwa has been a fourth-round player in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. While Saturday’s stat line was on par with some of the others that he’s recorded since mid-February, the Kings forward was solid in his 20 minutes on the floor. Sunday’s matchup with the Nets looks like a good one for Achiuwa, provided he’s available.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
While veterans on some other lottery-bound teams have seen their minutes limited recently or been shut down altogether, DeRozan continues to plug along. His 22 points led seven Kings in double figures, and he’s totaled 55 in his last two games. Sacramento plays once more in Week 22, as they visit the Nets on Sunday. If DeRozan plays his usual minutes, that could be an excellent matchup for him.
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
While Minott scored a team-high 18 points in Friday’s loss to the Lakers, he took a hard fall while converting a layup during the fourth quarter. If Minott can’t play on Sunday, there could be more minutes available to Chaney Johnson. However, the minutes for Minott and Johnson have been inconsistent, making both risky options for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes is good to go after injuring his finger during Thursday’s loss to the Magic. He should once again serve as the backup point guard, with Devin Carter being the starter. There isn’t much to gain from rostering Hayes in fantasy leagues when he comes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clifford is back a bit earlier than expected, with the calf injury he suffered late last week costing him just two games. Daeqwon Plowden, who played 35 minutes off the bench and scored a career-high 23 points in Thursday’s loss to the Magic, may lose out on some playing time with Clifford back in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
While Traoré provided good value in the assist and steal categories, he was terribly inefficient against the Lakers. In addition to shooting 4-of-14 from the field, the rookie was responsible for six turnovers in 26 minutes. Ben Saraf dropped into the backup point guard role after starting the last time out, finishing with 10 points, three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 22 minutes. Sunday’s game against the Kings is not part of a back-to-back, which may keep Traoré in the starting lineup. However, if he sits, Saraf will be worth streaming in deep leagues.
BKN • Center • #33
about 1 month ago
Claxton shot 80 percent from the field and was solid on the glass, providing good value in those categories. However, he logged 23 minutes and has not played 30 or more minutes in a game since February 24. Given where the Nets are in the standings, that’s unlikely to change between now and the end of the regular season. While Claxton is not a player who should be dropped in all leagues, fantasy managers in 12-team formats who need more production for Sunday’s action need to seek alternatives.
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
It is anyone’s guess which reserve frontcourt player will play the most minutes for the Nets on any given night. Against the Lakers, it was Minott, who was effective in 26 minutes on the floor. Chaney Johnson (two points, two rebounds and two assists), who’s had his moments recently, played 14 minutes. In theory, Minott’s superior night should earn him more minutes on Sunday when the Nets host the Kings, but that hasn’t been the case. Unless you’re competing in a 30-deep league, Minott and Johnson are too risky to roster.
BKN • Small Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Williams has started each of the Nets’ last five games, and he’s scored at least 16 points in each. Over the past week, he has provided sixth-round value in eight-cat formats. As long as Williams is in the starting lineup, he’s capable of providing the value needed to be an impactful addition during the silly season. The Nets play once more in Week 22, on Sunday against the Kings, which would be a good spot to stream Williams if he’s available.
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Traoré and Clowney are back in the Nets’ lineup after not playing in Wednesday’s loss to the Warriors. As a result, Ben Saraf and Terance Mann will come off the bench, limiting the fantasy value of both.
Source: NBA Lineups
BKN • Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Clowney has officially been cleared after initially being listed as probable for this game. He’ll return from a four-game absence, which will likely push Ziaire Williams back to the bench after he averaged 17.5 points and 2.8 steals during four game as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook will miss a fourth straight game due to right foot injury management. His continued absence leaves Devin Carter to handle the starting point guard responsibilities. If Killian Hayes (finger) can play, he’ll slot in as the backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clifford has missed the last two games after injuring his calf during Sunday’s game against the Nets. It was reported he would be re-evaluated in a week, so returning Saturday would be earlier than expected. Daeqwon Plowden should start until Clifford returns, which likely won’t be against Atlanta, despite the team marking him as questionable.
Source: Sean Cunningham
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes had to exit Thursday’s loss to the Magic during the first half after injuring the fifth finger on his left hand. The good news is that he’s questionable for Saturday, which indicates the injury is not serious. If available, Hayes will likely slot in as Devin Carter’s backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Plowden has scored at least 20 points in each of his last three appearances. The 23 points he scored on Thursday represent a new career-high for the wing, who shot 6-of-10 from beyond the arc. Plowden did not provide much value beyond the points and three-pointers, but the opportunities have been there. With Nique Clifford (foot) sidelined for the rest of the week, Plowden is worth a look in deep leagues since the Kings play on Saturday and Sunday.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Hornets, Achiuwa recorded the kind of stat line that has made him a popular option during the silly season. Since the All-Star break, the Kings forward has been a top-50 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. Achiuwa is rostered in 35 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so he may still be on the waiver wire in some 12-team formats. With the Kings playing on Saturday and Sunday, adding Achiuwa is worth the risk.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
While DeRozan may not be labeled the Kings’ point guard, injuries at that position have led the team to ask the veteran wing to do more as a playmaker. Thursday’s game was the second in the last six in which DeRozan has recorded at least 30 points and 10 assists. He did so on excellent percentages from the field and the foul line while not committing a turnover. As long as DeRozan doesn’t see his playing time decrease, he should continue to be an excellent fantasy option for the rest of the season.
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Traoré’s availability for Friday’s game will likely push Ben Saraf to the bench. Saraf will remain in the rotation, but he is not worth rostering when coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Clowney has missed Brooklyn’s last four games, with Ziaire Williams replacing him in the starting lineup. If Clowney plays against the Lakers, Williams is the player most likely headed to the bench, which would limit his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes injured his left fifth finger during the first half of Thursday’s game and has since been ruled out for the rest of the night. The Spurs will lean heavily on Devin Carter and Malik Monk to close out the game.
Source: Brenden Nunes
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes is back after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Hornets. He’s likely to return to the starting lineup, with Devin Carter coming off the bench. Both players are worth considering in deep leagues, as Russell Westbrook (foot) remains sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Achiuwa is back after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Hornets. His return means that Patrick Baldwin Jr. will head to the bench, and Dylan Cardwell may miss out on a few minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard-Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
Jeffries, who began his NBA career with the Kings, has returned to Sacramento on a short-term deal. He was in training camp with the team in the fall but was waived just before the start of the season. While Jeffries’ return gives the Kings needed depth on the perimeter due to injuries to Russell Westbrook and Nique Clifford, it is unlikely to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Keith Smith
BKN • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Saraf played 34 minutes on Wednesday and showcased his ability to affect the game as both a passer and scorer. He was one of Brooklyn’s top scorers on the night, as he used the three-point shot to his advantage. And not only did he lead the Nets in assists, but he also led all players in Wednesday’s contest in that category. Saraf has come on strong over the stretch of his rookie season and continues to put up quality numbers for a Nets team that is far from playoff contention.
BKN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wilson recorded his third straight double-digit scoring performance on Wednesday, largely thanks to a combination of two-point scoring and free-throw production. As a result, he tied a season-high in points and continues to show some encouraging signs down the stretch of his third NBA season. However, he’s not someone fantasy managers should consider rostering.
BKN • Small Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Williams impressed on both ends of the floor in his 24 minutes of game action. Offensively, he shot the ball well from the field and produced at the charity stripe to end with a team-high in points. Yet, his activity on the defensive end is what really yielded some eye-popping numbers, specifically, how his disruptiveness led to him collecting over one-third of the team’s 17 steals. Williams has now tallied at least 16 points in four straight games and multiple steals in three consecutive games. He’s rarely playing more than half the game on most nights recently, but could be a useful streaming option in fantasy leagues.
BKN • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
The Nets have three new starters for Wednesday’s game, with Williams and Claxton being the holdovers. Saraf, Powell and Mann will fill out the starting five, and they offer limited streaming upside.
Source: C.J. Holmes
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Murray has not appeared in a game since February 25, when he aggravated his sprained left ankle against the Rockets. Being approved to resume contact activities is a step in the right direction, but it remains unknown when (or if) he’ll return to game action. Fantasy managers stashing Murray in an IL spot can continue to do so, but it would be fine to seek out productive options on the waiver wire.
Source: Marc J. Spears
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Thursday’s game will be the third straight that Westbrook has missed due to a sore right foot. With Killian Hayes (foot) also out, Devin Carter started and played 34 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Hornets. Even if Hayes is available, Carter is worth streaming in deep leagues since his playing time should not take much of a hit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes, who injured his left foot during Sunday’s win over the Nets, was held out of Tuesday’s loss to the Hornets. Devin Carter moved into the starting lineup, scoring 18 points in 34 minutes. Even if Hayes can play on Thursday, Carter is worth adding in deep leagues since the Kings will once again be without Russell Westbrook.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Achiuwa was held out of Tuesday’s blowout loss to the Hornets, with Patrick Baldwin Jr. logging 28 minutes as his replacement in the starting lineup. However, Dylan Cardwell grabbed 11 rebounds in 24 minutes off the bench and is the superior streaming option if Achiuwa remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • • #18
about 1 month ago
Smith made six appearances on his first 10-day deal, averaging 6.2 points, 2.2 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 19.6 minutes per game. His best performance came against the Kings on Sunday, when he contributed 18 points, four assists, three steals and three three-pointers in 29 minutes. Smith should continue to play a role off the bench for the Nets over their next five games.
Source: Michael Scotto
SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Plowden surpassed his career high for scoring in this game, which he previously set five days before this game in his most recent appearance. He has scored in double figures in eight straight games, which is impressive for a player that has scored in double figures just 13 times in his career. Plowden should continue to play a significant role for Sacramento for the remainder of the season, giving him some upside as an option in deep leagues.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk made his first of the season after scoring 32 points in Sunday’s win. While he didn’t replicate that scoring production, he was able to facilitate well. Monk set a new career high for assists, and he did it without turning the ball over. Monk has been a frustrating player to roster this year, but he’s clearly still capable of producing at a high level. He’ll look to continue to shine during silly season.
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter returned to the starting unit with Russell Westbrook and Killian Hayes both sidelined, and he was able to have another solid scoring night. He has scored in double figures in each of his last three appearances, with a five-game absence with a calf injury sandwiched in the middle. Carter should continue to be productive for the rest of the season as he tries to prove that he belongs with this team beyond this year.
BKN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Mann will be back after missing one game, which allowed Josh Minott to return to the rotation and start. Minott should be pushed back to the bench with Mann back in the lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Powell will be back following a one-game absence. Jalen Wilson got the starting nod in his place but should return to playing a role off the bench with Powell back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
With Traore sidelined, fellow rookie Ben Saraf should get the starting nod at point guard. Saraf has been a solid source of points, assists and steals lately, and he should be productive in an increased role. However, he is too inefficient to be worth rostering in category leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Clowney will miss a fourth straight game, which mean Ziaire Williams should be in line for another start. Williams has been solid as a starter recently, averaging 17.0 points and 1.7 steals during the last three games with Clowney out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk will get his first start of the season for the shorthanded Kings. Baldwin, who is currently one a two-way deal for Sacramento, will also be making his first start of the season, while Carter will return to the starting unit. Nique Clifford, Russell Westbrook and Precious Achiuwa are all sidelined, opening up the starting spots.
Source: Sam Perley
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Achiuwa finished with a 14/15 double-double on Sunday, but he’ll get the night off while dealing with lower back soreness. Dyland Cardwell and Daeqwon Plowden should see additional run against Charlotte with Achiuwa out of action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes suffered the injury to his left foot in Sunday’s win over Brooklyn, and it will cost him at least one game. Devin Carter should see additional run with Sacramento’s backcourt seriously banged up.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Etienne has reached double figures in four of his last five appearances. In Monday’s blowout defeat, he established a new career-high with 18 points, shooting 4-of-7 from beyond the arc. While the recent production has been nice, there’s no reason to consider adding Etienne in any fantasy leagues. The Nets play three more games in Week 22, so there should be a few more opportunities for Etienne to play extended minutes.
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Inserted into the Nets’ starting lineup after not playing at all in Sunday’s loss to the Kings, Minott logged a team-high 33 minutes in Portland. He shot the ball relatively well, including a 2-of-4 night from beyond the arc. While Minott has put forth some very good efforts since the All-Star break, the inconsistent opportunities make it challenging to trust him in fantasy leagues fully. Chaney Johnson played 26 minutes off the bench, finishing with 12 points, five rebounds and three assists. He’s another player who has received opportunities to contribute, but not to the extent that he should be rostered in most leagues.
BKN • Small Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Williams played 24 minutes on Monday, and he finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. He has started the Nets’ last three games, scoring in double figures in each. However, Williams has not played more than 25 minutes in any of those appearances, which limits his upside. There isn’t much to gain from rostering Williams at this point in the season, given the playing time.
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
The Nets have three new starters for Monday’s game, including Claxton, who missed Sunday’s loss to the Kings. Also in the lineup are Wilson and Minott, with the latter receiving a DNP-CD in Sacramento. In addition to not having Danny Wolf (ankle), the Nets are also without Terance Mann and Drake Powell, hence the three vacancies in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Lineups
BKN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Brooklyn lists a whopping seven players as out tonight, as the Nets speed toward a top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. With Mann and Powell out, more minutes should be available for Nolan Traoré, Ziaire Williams, Ben Saraf and Ochai Agbaji.
Source: Erik Slater
BKN • Center • #33
about 1 month ago
Claxton sat out Sunday, but he’ll be available for the second leg of Brooklyn’s back-to-back set. Claxton should see significant work in the frontcourt, especially since Day’Ron Sharpe (thumb) has also been ruled out.
Source: Erik Slater
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Traoré has scored in double figures in three straight games, with the 17 points in Sacramento being the most in a game for him since March 1. Just as important for the rookie point guard was the turnover count. After rolling up ten in losses to the Warriors and Knicks, Traoré was responsible for just two on Sunday. As long as he’s healthy, Traoré should have every opportunity to run the team. He isn’t a must-add, but the rookie is worth considering in deep leagues, especially with the Nets playing four games in Week 22.