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35-13|L10: 8-2
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DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
28 days ago
LeVert exited early from Sunday’s game, and after initially being listed as doubtful, he has now officially been ruled out. Jaden Ivey played a season-high 29 minutes in that game and should play an extended role off the bench once again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
28 days ago
Murray is back a few days sooner than expected, but it’s unclear if he’ll face a minutes restriction after getting injured last Tuesday. He should reclaim his starting role, which means Nique Clifford will head back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
29 days ago
LeVert had to leave Sunday’s loss to the Clippers after playing 13 minutes, and he appears likely to miss the final game of Detroit’s road trip on Tuesday. Jaden Ivey played a season-high 29 minutes on Sunday and could be in for a similar workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
29 days ago
Carter has been inactive for the Kings’ last six games. Even with Zach LaVine (ankle) still out, the second-year guard is unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #15
29 days ago
Eubanks suffered an avulsion fracture of his left thumb during a December 11 game against the Nuggets and has missed Sacramento’s last seven games. His return means that Dylan Cardwell drops from the rotation. In fact, the Kings have sent the rookie to the G League, so he’ll be inactive on Monday. Eubanks will serve as Maxime Raynaud’s backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
29 days ago
On Friday, it was reported that Murray would be out for at least one week with a strained calf. Well, he may be back sooner than that. The Kings’ forward, who was injured during a December 23 loss to the Pistons, has missed his team’s last two games. If Murray plays, Nique Clifford is likely headed back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
30 days ago
After tallying one steal and two blocks in Saturday’s win over the Mavericks, Raynaud did not record any defensive stats on Sunday. However, the rookie did come through with his fifth double-double. And over the past two weeks, Raynaud has provided top-75 value in eight-cat formats. With the Kings playing four games in Week 11 and Domantas Sabonis (knee) sidelined, now would be a good time to consider adding Raynaud in 12-team formats.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
30 days ago
While Keon Ellis (two points and one blocked shot in 22 minutes) continues to start for the injured Zach LaVine, Monk has worked his way back into the Kings’ rotation. However, the scoring output has not been what some fantasy managers may have hoped. Monk has scored 11 points or fewer in each of his last three appearances, with Sunday being the only time he hit double figures. Fantasy managers who may have considered adding Monk in the aftermath of his return to the rotation should hold off on doing that.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
30 days ago
One day removed from scoring nine points in a win over the Mavericks, DeRozan looked more like himself on Sunday. He’s scored at least 22 points in three of his last four appearances, and the veteran wing’s fantasy value has improved recently. Over the past two weeks, DeRozan has provided top-25 per-game value in eight-cat formats. The Kings play four games in Week 11, starting with the Clippers on Tuesday.
DET • Shooting Guard • #23
30 days ago
Ivey’s offensive production on Sunday wasn’t great, but this was a big night for him in other aspects. The Pistons’ guard played fourth-quarter minutes for the first time since December 15, and the 29 minutes were a season-high. With Caris LeVert (knee) leaving Sunday’s game during the third quarter, Ivey reaching the high-20s in minutes may happen again on Tuesday against the Lakers. He isn’t at the point where standard-league managers need to consider adding Ivey yet, but he’s worth watching.
Source: Omari Sankofa
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
30 days ago
For the first time this season, Cunningham has shot 50 percent or better from the field in four straight games. Between the percentages, assists and relatively low turnover count, Sunday was a good night for those with Cunningham on their fantasy rosters. Over the past two weeks, he has provided top-10 per-game value in eight-cat formats. Cunningham and the Pistons will look to end their road trip on a positive note when they visit the Lakers on Tuesday.
DET • Center • #0
30 days ago
Duren has recorded a double-double in five of his last six appearances, with Friday’s loss to the Jazz being the exception. If there has been an issue for the Pistons center recently, it has been at the foul line, though he made both of his attempts on Sunday. Duren is shooting 60 percent from the line over the past two weeks, a big reason why he has provided eighth-round value in eight-cat formats during this stretch. For the season, Duren is shooting a respectable 72.9 percent from the charity stripe. The Pistons end their west coast trip on Tuesday against the Lakers, the first of three games they’ll play in Week 11.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
30 days ago
LeVert exited Sunday’s game with just over two minutes remaining in the third quarter and has been ruled out for the rest of the night. He played 13 minutes, finishing with four points (1-of-3 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one rebound and one steal.
Source: Omari Sankofa
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter has appeared in only one game since November 12, with his most recent absence due to an ankle injury. The second-year guard not being available for Sunday’s game does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
DeRozan didn’t have a good night shooting the basketball, making 30 percent of his attempts from the field. But the ball was still in his hands quite often in crunch time, and the veteran wing provided solid value in the assist and defensive categories. With the Kings visiting the Lakers on Sunday, it would be unsurprising if the Compton native put on a show in his final game of Week 10.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
After three games in which he was on the outskirts of the Kings’ rotation, Ellis found himself in the starting lineup on Saturday. And as the saying goes, “stay ready so you don’t have to get ready.” The Kings’ guard shot 5-of-10 from beyond the arc and scored a season-high 21 points. Add in the defensive stats, and this was an excellent night for Ellis. While head coach Doug Christie has not hesitated to make changes to his lineups, one would think that Ellis did enough to hold onto his job for Sunday’s game against the Lakers. He’s worth the streaming risk in deep leagues, especially when considering how bad the Lakers have been defensively.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Since the beginning of December, Raynaud has reached double figures in eight of Sacramento’s ten games. The rookie center has filled in admirably for the injured Domantas Sabonis, offering top-100 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats. For those needing a boost before the end of Week 10, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to add Raynaud ahead of Sunday’s game against the Lakers.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook made some history on Saturday, as he passed Magic Johnson to move into seventh on the NBA’s all-time assists list. Overall, the veteran point guard played very well against the Mavericks, shooting 50 percent from the field and from beyond the arc while also recording a game-high nine assists. While Westbrook did commit four turnovers, his production since moving into the starting lineup has put him back on the radar in standard leagues, and some shallow formats as well. That is something that few, if any, fantasy managers expected before the season began. The Kings play their final game of Week 10 on Sunday against the Lakers.
Source: Marc J. Spears
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
Already without Zach LaVine, the Kings won’t have Keegan Murray for Saturday’s game, either. As a result, Ellis enters the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. While most valuable for what he can do defensively, Ellis will have more opportunities to contribute offensively. Some fantasy managers will also hope that this means Malik Monk will take on a more prominent role off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
Robinson has now made at least three three-pointers in four straight appearances, which is precisely how he’s expected to offer value in fantasy basketball. Averaging 2.9 three-pointers per game, the Pistons wing is ranked outside the top-150 in eight-cat formats. Unless there’s a need for three-pointers and not much else, fantasy managers in most leagues can afford to leave Robinson on the waiver wire.
DET • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Holland was back in the Pistons’ rotation after missing two games with a knee injury. He was productive in his 19 minutes on the floor, joining Jaden Ivey and Caris LeVert as reserves who finished with 11 points. The issue for Holland from a fantasy standpoint is Detroit’s depth. Against the Jazz, five reserves reached double figures in minutes while a sixth, Daniss Jenkins, played nine. That limits the fantasy ceilings of the Pistons’ reserves, especially Holland. He should only be rostered in dynasty leagues at this point.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Harris has scored in double figures in four straight and five of his last six games. While the scoring has been relatively consistent, the veteran forward’s fantasy value has remained relatively low. Over the past two weeks, Harris has been ranked just outside the top-150 in eight-cat formats. Rostered in 33 percent of Yahoo! leagues, some fantasy managers will have to determine if holding onto Harris is worth it. His ceiling is considerably lower than in seasons past, due in part to Detroit’s improved depth.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
After dishing out 14 assists in Tuesday’s win over the Kings, Cunningham racked up 17 more on Friday, one shy of his career-high. Even better for fantasy managers is that the Pistons’ point guard kept the turnovers in check. He only committed four on Friday, less than half of his total against Sacramento (nine). Cunningham had a chance to win the game, but his three-pointer fell left of the mark as time expired. He and the Pistons will look to end Week 10 with a win when they visit the Clippers on Sunday.
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter was held out of Tuesday’s loss to the Pistons, but he has not been a consistent member of the Kings’ rotation when healthy. His status does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Holland is back after missing Detroit’s last two games. While he will be in the Pistons’ rotation, the second-year wing is unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball. Holland should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Murray suffered a mild right calf strain during Tuesday’s loss to the Pistons. Due to the timeline, he’ll miss at least four games before being re-evaluated. Nique Clifford replaced Murray in the lineup to begin the third quarter of Tuesday’s game, which may be a sign of how the rookie will be used. While a risky streaming option, Clifford would be worth a look in deep leagues if he starts.
Source: Sean Cunningham
DET • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Holland did not play in either of Detroit’s last two games, resulting in increased playing time for fellow reserve Javonte Green. While that would remain the case if Holland can’t play on Friday, Green would not be worth the streaming risk.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
While most of the focus has been on Maxime Raynaud (eight points, eight rebounds, two assists and one block) recently, and rightfully so, it was Achiuwa who stole the show on Tuesday. Not only did he match his season high with 15 points, but he also set a new high with 11 rebounds. Add in the defensive stats and Tuesday’s performance by Achiuwa, and some may push to add him. Not so fast, as he totaled nine points and eight rebounds in the previous three games. It’s fine to keep an eye on Achiuwa without rushing to pick him up, especially with the Kings off until Saturday.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
One game removed from hitting five three-pointers, Westbrook hit four more on Tuesday. Over the last two games, he’s shot 9-of-24 from deep. Three-point percentage is not a scoring category in most fantasy leagues, so the hope is that the increased willingness to put up those shots won’t crater Westbrook’s overall field-goal percentage. He’s closing in on top-75 value in eight-cat formats, which is not something that anyone expected before the season began.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
DeRozan put on a show before halftime on Tuesday, scoring 23 points on 8-of-11 shooting from the field. The Pistons did a better job of defending the veteran scorer after halftime, but he still finished with a season-high 37 points. The eight assists were a nice bonus for those with DeRozan rostered, as he did not contribute in the steals or blocks categories. The Kings are off until Saturday when they host the Mavericks.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham has dished out at least nine assists in five straight games, and the 14 he recorded on Tuesday were four shy of his season-high. However, there was a negative for those competing in nine-cat formats: turnovers. Cunningham committed a season-high nine against the Kings, and that has been a category that fantasy managers have needed to punt in previous seasons. There’s a one-round difference between Cade’s eight-cat and nine-cat values, with the Pistons point guard being a first-round player in the former.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
For just the fourth time this season and first since December 3, Harris has scored at least 20 points in a game. Tuesday’s final tally was two shy of the veteran forward’s season-high. Given Detroit’s depth, Harris’s fantasy ceiling and floor have taken a hit this season. Over the last two weeks, he’s ranked outside the top-150 in eight-cat formats, which is where his season-long value lies as well. Deep-league managers shouldn’t drop Harris immediately, but taking a swing on a player with higher upside wouldn’t be a bad idea.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
For the third time this season, Duren has recorded a double-double in four consecutive games. The physicality he and the other Pistons’ interior players brought proved too much for the Kings to handle on Tuesday, as Detroit extended its lead atop the Eastern Conference to three games in the loss column. Duren has been close to a top-50 player in eight- and nine-cat formats this season, and it would be unsurprising if he cracked that threshold at some point and remained there.
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Murray landed awkwardly and appeared to tweak his right calf during the second quarter of Tuesday’s game. While there wasn’t much made of the injury at the time, the Kings forward was not on the court to begin the third quarter. Nique Clifford was inserted into the lineup and could take on that role if Murray misses time.
Source: Sacramento Kings
DET • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Holland will miss a second straight game, which means there will be extra minutes off the bench for Javonte Green and Caris LeVert, who is available after initially being listed as questionable. However, neither will play enough to be worth streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert is good to go after initially being questionable for Tuesday’s game. He’ll be one of the Pistons’ rotation guards off the bench, but he offers a limited fantasy ceiling in that role. There’s no need to roster LeVert in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter has not been in the Kings’ rotation recently, so his absence will not affect fantasy basketball. Leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Precious Achiuwa has been starting in place of LaVine, but he hasn’t seen the minutes that starters typically do. Dennis Schroder and Nique Clifford have seen extra minutes off the bench, and Schroder has been particularly productive, which should continue for at least one more week.
Source: Sean Cunningham
SAC • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
McDermott will continue to be available despite dealing with left knee soreness. Despite being available each of Sacramento’s last two games, he didn’t see the floor. His availability won’t impact the team’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter was initially questionable for Tuesday’s game, so the status downgrade does not bode well for the second-year guard. He isn’t in the rotation when healthy, so Carter’s likely absence will not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Holland sat out Monday, and Javonte Green logged 24 minutes off the bench. With LeVert potentially sidelined, Daniss Jenkins and Jaden Ivey could enjoy more playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Thompson was integral in the Pistons’ victory Monday night. The 22-year-old small forward had 18 points and was a force both on the glass with 12 rebounds and defensively with three steals. The Pistons blew a 21-point fourth quarter lead, but Thompson had a late steal that helped them close the game out anyway.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham has now scored 15 points or less in two of his last five games. The 24-year-old point guard is averaging just 23.1 points per game in December after averaging 31.6 in November. Cunningham also turned it over five times, which lessened his value in nine-category leagues. He’ll be back on the floor Tuesday against the Kings.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren’s 26 points were a game-high in the eight-point win over the Trail Blazers. Detroit led by as much as 21 in the third quarter, but found themselves trailing with under four minutes left in regulation. Duren was one of six Pistons in double figures as they begin a west coast trip. Detroit will face the Kings in the second game of a back-to-back Tuesday.
DET • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Minott’s sore left knee will keep him out of Monday’s game, the first of two that the Pistons will play in as many nights. His absence does not significantly affect fantasy basketball, as fellow reserves Caris LeVert and Jaden Ivey are available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren was initially probable for Monday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. Isaiah Stewart will remain with the second unit, while Paul Reed’s opportunities will be limited.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
McDermott has only appeared in two games this season. Even if he’s made available for Tuesday’s game, a DNP-CD is more likely than the veteran forward playing rotation minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter is dealing with a sprained left ankle. His status does not affect fantasy basketball, as the second-year guard has been out of the rotation on most nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
With Holland expected to sit this one out, Javonte Green and Caris LeVert could pick up the slack, though neither player offers attractive streaming appeal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Make it three double-doubles in as many games for Raynaud, whose 14 boards were a season-high. While the rookie has not been a top-100 player since moving into the starting lineup, he’s been productive enough to merit consideration in some 12-team leagues. Domantas Sabonis (knee) won’t be back until sometime in January, and Drew Eubanks (thumb) is also out. That effectively leaves Raynaud, Precious Achiuwa and Dylan Cardwell to hold down the fort, so there’s no reason not to consider adding the former.
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
about 1 month ago
Since returning from an ankle injury, Schröder has scored at least 17 points in three of his four appearances. He’s still coming off the bench, but Kings head coach Doug Christie has not hesitated to play Schröder and Russell Westbrook together. While he still hasn’t reached the point where he should be rostered in standard leagues, Schröder remains a player worth holding onto in deeper formats.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook recorded his 11th double-double of the season on Sunday, but the percentages left much to be desired. That isn’t a major surprise to fantasy managers, as those are the categories where most expect to take a hit when using the 37-year-old veteran. Despite shooting 43.5 percent from the field and 68.2 percent from the foul line, Westbrook has still been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats over the last two weeks.
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
While Murray has reached double figures in five straight and six of his last seven games, 20-point efforts have been few and far between. Sunday’s was his first since November 28, and the Kings forward is up to three on the season. Of course, Murray did not make his first appearance until November 20. However, the number of scorers within the Kings’ rotation has limited his ceiling as a scorer, so it was encouraging to see Murray be as productive as he was on Sunday. Already closing in on top-50 fantasy value, it’s enticing to wonder what he could be if the Kings were to move a veteran (or more) before the trade deadline.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Four Kings players scored at least 21 points on Sunday, with DeRozan leading the way in their wild overtime victory. Since the start of December, the veteran wing has been an inconsistent scorer, tallying 20 points or more in three of the eight games he’s played. However, the overall production has been excellent, with DeRozan providing third-round value in nine-cat formats over the last three weeks. The Kings play three games in Week 10, starting wtih the Pistons on Tuesday.
DET • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Holland is dealing with a sore left knee. Detroit’s depth has limited the second-year wing’s fantasy value, and that also means they don’t lack options if he can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren is dealing with a left hip contusion, but the probable tag is a good sign regarding his availability for Monday’s game. If he’s unable to play, Isaiah Stewart would move into the starting lineup, with Paul Reed serving as his backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
Robinson had a nice game after being listed on the injury report with a knee issue. The 31-year-old small forward had 15 points and four three-pointers in 25 minutes in the win over the Hornets. Robinson continues to have a solid season with the Pistons and the knee injury doesn’t appear to be a lingering issue.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren has now recorded back-to-back double-doubles after failing to record at least 10 rebounds in four of the five games before that. The 22-year-old center scored 19 points in 25 minutes and got to rest with the Pistons up big late. Detroit has four games in Week 10, starting with a contest against the Trail Blazers Monday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham was just one assist away from a triple-double in Thursday’s game against the Mavericks, but he was able to get the job done with his 14th triple-double of his career and third this year Saturday. Cade is averaging 28 points per game, 8 rebounds per game and 10 assists per game over his last three games. He only had two turnovers against the Hornets, which is important in nine-category leagues. The Pistons have four games in Week 10, starting with the Trail Blazers on Monday.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert was initially probable for Saturday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. However, with Duncan Robinson also available, LeVert’s fantasy ceiling will be limited. He can remain on the waiver wire in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report